Hawaii SB709 enhances mental health crisis response and data collection for individuals with severe mental illnesses.

Hawaii SB709 mandates the Department of Health to track and report data on mental health crisis reports, emergency transports, and court-ordered treatments. The bill requires the department to respond to crisis reports by dispatching staff and coordinating with other agencies. It also mandates the department to assess individuals for assisted community treatment if they meet specific criteria. Additionally, the bill appropriates funds for data collection, software procurement, and the establishment of new positions within the department.

Hawaii SB709 enhances mental health crisis response and data collection for individuals with severe mental illnesses.

Hawaii SB709 mandates the Department of Health to track and report data on mental health crisis reports, emergency transports, and court-ordered treatments. The bill requires the department to respond to crisis reports by dispatching staff and coordinating with other agencies. It also mandates the department to assess individuals for assisted community treatment if they meet specific criteria. Additionally, the bill appropriates funds for data collection, software procurement, and the establishment of new positions within the department.