Hawaii 2024 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HB2807

Introduced
1/24/24  
Refer
1/26/24  
Introduced
1/24/24  

Caption

Relating To Mental Health Services.

Impact

The establishment of a working group, which will include various stakeholders from government and healthcare sectors, is crucial for identifying gaps in mental health services. The working group is tasked with assessing the landscape of child and adolescent mental health resources, which currently consists of a wide array of services that can be confusing for families seeking help. Moreover, the bill appropriates necessary funds to support this mapping process, indicating a commitment to addressing these critical issues in mental healthcare for young people.

Summary

House Bill 2807 aims to enhance mental health services for children and adolescents in Hawaii by establishing a dedicated working group within the Department of Health. This initiative arises from the recognition that the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the mental well-being of youth, with alarming statistics indicating a considerable percentage of students contemplating suicide and many not receiving appropriate care. The bill intends to comprehensively map the existing mental health programs and services statewide to ensure better access and coordination for youth and their families.

Contention

While the bill is widely supported for its goals of improving access to mental health services, contention may arise concerning budget appropriations, as the bill includes provisions that exceed the state general fund expenditure ceiling. Balancing fiscal concerns with the urgent need for enhanced mental health support will likely be a point of discussion among legislators. Additionally, the effectiveness of the proposed solutions and their implementation timelines may be subjects of scrutiny as stakeholders await outcomes from the working group's findings.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

HI HB2448

Relating To Mental Health Services For Children And Adolescents.

HI HB1123

Relating To Mental Health Services For Children And Adolescents.

HI SB2597

Mississippi K-12 and Postsecondary Mental Health Act of 2025; enact, and establish Executive Committee of ICCCY.

HI SB3137

Relating To Mental Health Services For Children And Adolescents.

HI HB05001

An Act Concerning Children's Mental Health.

HI AB2119

Mental health.

HI SB1442

Relating To Mental Health Services For Children And Adolescents.

HI AB763

Medi-Cal specialty mental health services.

HI AB512

Medi-Cal: specialty mental health services.

HI HB2042

Relating To Mental Health.

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