The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 378, aims to secure funding for law enforcement crisis intervention teams by appropriating a specified sum of money to the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services from the General Fund. This funding is intended to be allocated for each of the fiscal years ending June 30, 2026, and June 30, 2027. The bill emphasizes the importance of establishing a permanent financial resource for these teams, which are designed to assist in managing mental health crises in conjunction with law enforcement.

The bill does not contain any deletions from current law but introduces new legal language to ensure the ongoing support and funding for these crisis intervention teams. The initiative reflects a commitment to enhancing mental health services and improving the response to crises involving law enforcement, thereby promoting better outcomes for individuals in need of mental health assistance.