Model Legislation

Illinois SB1709

Mental Health Access
Health and Human Services (HHS) Committee

Amends the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Administrative Act. Provides that the Department of Human Resources shall partner with the State Board of Education to provide technical assistance for the provision of mental health care during school days with the goal of increasing the availability and accessibility of mental health resources for students. Provides that the Department shall report to the General Assembly on the implementation of the technical assistance provision no later than July 1, 2025. Provides for rulemaking by the Department and the State Board of Education.

NBCSL Member Sponsors

  • Rep. Marcus C. Evans, Jr. (IL)
  • Sen. Mike Simmons (IL)