Hawaii HB1123 updates mental health services for children and adolescents.

Hawaii HB1123 amends the state's mental health services for children and adolescents. It establishes a child and adolescent mental health division within the Department of Health to coordinate services. The division will provide preventative, diagnostic, and treatment services, and collaborate with local agencies. The bill mandates the development of a statewide mental health services plan every five years, assessing needs, resources, and service provisions. It also requires public hearings on the plan and updates to the plan after public meetings.

Hawaii HB1123 updates mental health services for children and adolescents.

Hawaii HB1123 amends the state's mental health services for children and adolescents. It establishes a child and adolescent mental health division within the Department of Health to coordinate services. The division will provide preventative, diagnostic, and treatment services, and collaborate with local agencies. The bill mandates the development of a statewide mental health services plan every five years, assessing needs, resources, and service provisions. It also requires public hearings on the plan and updates to the plan after public meetings.