Signed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that amends and renames the state's School Safety Commission to become the School Safety and Mental Health Commission in Michigan.

Highlights:

• Amends and renames the state's School Safety Commission to become the School Safety and Mental Health Commission in Michigan (Sec. 1).

• Specifies that the School Safety Commission shall consist of 12 members and (Sec. 1):

• Collaborate to provide recommendations to reduce youth suicides and strengthen the mental health of school-aged children, adolescents, and their families through a comprehensive, statewide approach;

• Seek input from educational professionals, mental health professionals, and organizations from across the state to suggest approaches to identify and support students at risk of behavioral health issues;

• Collaborate with the Michigan Suicide Prevention Commission on recommendations regarding youth suicide;

• Create and maintain an online community through which best practices and resources can be shared;

• Convene symposiums with other relevant commissions, organizations, and professionals;

• Convey recommendations to the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) and the Bureau of Construction Codes within LARA concerning building construction that is consistent with school safety needs.

• Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall take effect immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor and simultaneous passage of H.B. 5659 as well (Sec. 2).

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