Statewide Behavioral Health Coordinating Council Meeting Minutes
The council received presentations regarding the Mental Health Grant Program for Justice-Involved Individuals and the Office of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services. The grant program update highlighted significant funding increases and project outcomes, including jail-based competency restoration efforts. The presentation on deaf and hard of hearing services covered communication support tools, educational programs, and standards for interpreter certification. Additionally, the council heard public commentary regarding systemic challenges in continuity of care for justice-involved individuals with mental health needs and addressed future agenda planning.