SB144

Change name of mental health advisory council to behavioral health advisory council

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Montana SB144 renames the Mental Health Oversight Advisory Council to the Behavioral Health Advisory Council.

Montana SB144 amends the Mental Health Oversight Advisory Council to be known as the Behavioral Health Advisory Council. This council provides input to the Department of Public Health and Human Services in the development and management of the public mental health system. The council includes members who are consumers of mental health services, advocates, providers, legislators, and department representatives. The bill also addresses eligibility standards for mental health services and the establishment of a public mental health care system.

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Roll Call Votes

91 Yea

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3 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 17, 2025

3:00 PM

House Human Services Hearing

Jan 29, 2025

3:00 PM

Senate Public Health, Welfare and Safety Hearing

History

Apr 3, 2025

Senate

(S) Signed by Governor

Apr 3, 2025

Senate

Chapter Number Assigned

Mar 27, 2025

Senate

(S) Signed by President