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Governor Vetoes Suicide Bill

Governor Vetoes Suicide Bill

by | Apr 13, 2024 | Mental health

Kylie Hobson, University of Richmond law student, contributed to this article. Governor Youngkin’s veto of HB 81 to abolish the common law crime of suicide in Virginia is a big disappointment.  It is also surprising, given the governor’s leadership in improving the...

Governor Vetoes Mental Health Bills

by | Mar 24, 2024 | Mental health

Missed Opportunity to Reduce Incarceration for Mental Illness We are very disappointed that Governor Youngkin vetoed HB267 and SB357 to Amend the Assault on a Protected Person Statute. His March 20th announcement grouped these vetoes with 20 others...

State Mental Health Budget in Governor’s Hands

by | Mar 14, 2024 | Mental health

The Governor’s introduced budget included additional support for mental health services, including desperately needed major increases for crisis services. The legislature then decreased funding for some things and increased it for others. Just a few are listed below....

Mental Health Bills Pass Legislature

by | Mar 14, 2024 | Mental health

Await Governor’s Decision Several mental health bills and budget items we support passed the legislature and now await Governor Youngkin’s signature, amendment or veto. Overall it was a successful session for mental health, although a few bills may be vetoed. A few...