The proposed bill establishes a statewide Mobile Response and Stabilization Services (MRSS) program aimed at addressing the behavioral health needs of children and youth aged two to twenty-one. The program is designed to ensure timely crisis response and intervention services, provide stabilization to prevent unnecessary hospitalizations, and meet Medicaid's Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment (EPSDT) obligations. The MRSS services will be available in natural environments such as homes and schools, emphasizing family-centered and trauma-informed care. The bill introduces a new chapter titled "Children's Mobile Response and Stabilization Services Act" into Title 40.1 of the General Laws, which includes definitions, program structure, service delivery, funding, provider requirements, and monitoring.

Key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a 24/7 MRSS operation with a response time of no more than one hour, accessibility to all children in crisis without formal referrals, and culturally appropriate services. The bill authorizes the state Medicaid agency to submit a state plan amendment to make MRSS a Medicaid-reimbursable service under EPSDT, ensuring statewide availability without geographic or financial barriers. Additionally, it allocates $6 million from the state general fund to support the implementation of MRSS, including provider certification and workforce development. The Department of Children, Youth, and Families will oversee the program's implementation and report on its effectiveness to the General Assembly.