State Mental Health Budget in Governor’s Hands
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
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...Amend the Assault on a Protected Person Statute
March 14, 2024 Amend the Assault on a Protected Person Statute: Sign HB267/SB357 We urge Governor Youngkin to sign HB267 and SB357 to Amend the Assault on a Protected Person Statute. The bills will improve public safety by removing vulnerable people from our criminal...