Creates offenses related to election officials; permits election workers to shield personal information from public.
Impact
The bill mandates that the Department of Human Services (DHS) facilitate the program by selecting managed care organizations to participate and overseeing the integration of services across various approved hospitals. Each selected organization must partner with designated hospitals, ensuring coordinated care among providers while specifically addressing pediatric needs when possible. The expected outcomes include improved patient stabilization during crises, heightened awareness of behavioral health issues, and smoother transitions to ongoing care. A significant focus is placed on reducing long-term costs associated with behavioral health emergencies through strategic treatment approaches.
Summary
Senate Bill S167 aims to establish a two-year Urgent Care Facility Behavioral Health Pilot Program designed to enhance access to mental health services through urgent care settings. The program is intended to provide timely and effective care for individuals experiencing behavioral health crises, thereby reducing the unnecessary use of emergency departments and inpatient admissions. By integrating behavioral health care within existing urgent care facilities, the bill seeks to offer supportive treatment options in an accessible and low-stigma environment. In doing so, it intends to alleviate pressure on emergency services while ensuring that individuals receive the necessary care promptly.
Sentiment
The sentiment around SB S167 appears to be largely positive, particularly among supporters who highlight the critical need for improved access to behavioral health care and the potential benefits of treating individuals in less intimidating settings. There is recognition of the stigma that often surrounds mental health issues, and the bill is seen as a step towards normalizing care access. However, some concerns may arise regarding the operational logistics and feasibility of integrating behavioral health care effectively in urgent care environments, as well as the implications for existing health care service frameworks.
Contention
Notable points of contention may revolve around funding allocations and the management of the pilot program, particularly as it relies on a value-based payment system through Medicaid. Questions about how costs will be balanced, particularly in scenarios where care demand exceeds funding levels, will likely be scrutinized. The requirement for managed care organizations to collaborate with various health providers also raises considerations about the adequacy of oversight to ensure patients receive comprehensive and coordinated care while preventing gaps in service delivery during transition periods.
Carry Over
Prohibits use of paper receipts containing bisphenol-A or bisphenol-S; provides for phased-in prohibition on use of all paper receipts; authorizes continued use of electronic receipts.
Prohibits disclosure of personal information pertaining to certain health care workers who are victims of assault; makes violation disorderly persons offense.
Prohibits electioneering within 25 feet of person waiting in line at polling place or ballot drop box; makes electioneering a disorderly persons offense.
Requires certain public awareness campaigns to include information about duty of motorist to take certain action when approaching pedestrian, bicycle, or personal conveyance.
Changes the name of "applied behavior assistant analyst" to "assistant applied behavior analyst" and makes several changes to provide consistency in the certification language for behavioral analysts.
Changes the name of "applied behavior assistant analyst" to "assistant applied behavior analyst" and makes several changes to provide consistency in the certification language for behavioral analysts.
Health: licensing; behavioral health transportation licensing requirements; provide for. Amends 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1001 - 330.2106) by adding ch. 9B. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0927'26
Health occupations: health professionals; limited license for certain individuals engaging in the practice of applied behavior analysis; provide for. Amends secs. 16343a, 18253 & 18257 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16343a et seq.).