Politics & Government
Sacramento CA: AB 1424 Is Signed By Governor Brown
Allows for greater participation on mental health boards/commission by an individual who is a consumer of mental health services.
AB 1424 Is Signed By Governor Brown
Mullin’s Bill Expands Participation On Mental Health Boards and Commissions
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Sacramento – Today, Governor Brown signed AB 1424, which will allow for greater participation on mental health boards/commission by an individual who is a consumer of mental health services and who is also an employee of a contract agency who has obtained such employment as a part of his/her recovery. Mullin introduced AB 1424 after learning that it was becoming increasingly difficult to recruit and retain the required commission members who are consumers “receiving or have received mental health services.”
“AB 1424 recognizes that gainful employment is part of the recovery process and that lived experience of staff is one of the best ways to promote wellness and reduce stigma in the workplace,” said Mullin. “I appreciate the input and support of the County of San Mateo Health System as this bill has moved through the process.”
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Mullin also has AB 847 moving through the legislative process. This bill directs the Department of Health Care Services to develop a proposal to compete to become a designated state to receive significantly enhanced federal mental health funds under the Excellence in Mental Health Act. .
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Kevin Mullin represents the 22nd Assembly District and is the Speaker pro Tempore of the California State Assembly. He chairs the Select Committee on Biotechnology and serves on the following committees: Budget, Budget Subcommittee #4 on State Administration, Business and Professions, Elections and Redistricting, Housing and Community Development and Revenue and Taxation. The 22nd district includes the cities of Belmont, Brisbane, Burlingame, Foster City, Hillsborough, Millbrae, Pacifica, Redwood City, San Bruno, San Carlos, San Mateo, portions of South San Francisco and the San Mateo County Coastside communities of Montara and Moss Beach.
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