SB 654
Establishes a pilot program for certain medical services for veterans and other first responders
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LR Number:
2502S.01I
Last Action:
4/12/2023 - Hearing Conducted S Veterans, Military Affairs and Pensions Committee
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Effective Date:
August 28, 2023

Current Bill Summary

SB 654 - This act provides that the Department of Public Safety shall establish a pilot program to make electroencephalogram (EEG) combined transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) available for veterans, first responders, and law enforcement officers, including certain federal agents, with substance use disorder, other mental disorders, or brain injuries.

The Department shall establish locations to provide clinical services and treatments as provided in the act. The Department shall develop rules for the pilot program as provided in the act and shall require any medical provider providing services to submit a report to the General Assembly by December 31st of each year.

This act also establishes the "Electroencephalogram Combined Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Fund" which shall fund the pilot program. The fund may receive any grants, donations, or appropriations for purposes of operating the pilot program.

MARY GRACE PRINGLE

Amendments

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