SB 426
Allows community mental health liaisons to access specified confidential records maintained by specified institutions
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LR Number:
2006S.01T
Last Action:
7/13/2015 - Signed by Governor
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Effective Date:
August 28, 2015
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Current Bill Summary

SB 426 - This act requires specified residential facilities, mental health programs, and mental health facilities to disclose information and confidential records to Department of Mental Health-designated community mental health liaisons for the purpose of care and service coordination. Additionally, confidential records and files maintained by any court in civil commitment proceedings shall be made available to community mental health liaisons. The court may impose appropriate restrictions or require a showing of good cause before releasing such records.

This act is identical to HB 922 (2015).

SARAH HASKINS

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