The bill proposes the addition of a new section, 630.230, to chapter 630 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, focusing on the funding of behavioral health services. It establishes a framework for the collection of a prepaid CMRS wireless 988 charge of sixty-five cents from end users for prepaid wireless telecommunication devices or services, as well as a monthly postpaid wireless 988 charge of the same amount from customers of postpaid CMRS providers. The bill defines key terms related to crisis services, including the 988 crisis hotline, and outlines the responsibilities of dealers and CMRS providers in collecting these charges. All revenues generated from these charges will be directed to the newly created "988 Crisis Continuum Fund," which will be used by the Department of Mental Health to support crisis services and open access services. The fund will consist of taxes and fees collected under this section, along with any additional appropriations or donations. The bill also stipulates that any remaining funds at the end of the biennium will not revert to the general revenue fund, ensuring that resources are dedicated to mental health services. The Director of the Department of Revenue is tasked with promulgating necessary rules for the administration of this section.

Statutes affected:
Introduced (6888H.01): 630.230