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Neutral Bill Mar 16, 2026

Mental health; authorize Department of Mental Health to establish minimum standards and services for privately-owned providers.

An Act To Amend Section 41-4-7, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Authorize The Department Of Mental Health To Certify, Coordinate And Establish Minimum Standards And Establish Minimum Required Services For The Certification Of Privately-owned Mental Health Providers Who Are Not A Part Of The State-operated Mental Health Community Providers And Do Not Receive Funding From State Mental Health Funds Provided By The Department; To Provide That The Additional Certification Classification Shall Be Required To Meet Minimum Standards For Services And Safety As Those Promulgated For Regional And Community Mental Health Providers; To Authorize The Department To Permanently Waive Any Additional Requirements That Are Not Suitable For The Environment, Structure Or Services Offered By Such Privately-owned Mental Health Providers; And For Related Purposes.

https://legiscan.com/MS/bill/HB407/2025
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