MAMH Testimony in Support of H.1980, An Act Relative to Ending Unnecessary Hospitalizations and Reducing Emergency Department Boarding

Written testimony to Chair Adrian Madaro, Chair John Velis, and members of the Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery in support of H.1980, An Act relative to ending unnecessary hospitalizations and reducing emergency department boarding. This legislation would amend current legislation, helping ensure that individuals facing a mental health crisis receive timely clinical services and supports in the least restrictive setting appropriate to their needs.