Wisconsin passed the Crisis Urgent Care and Observation Centers Act 249, creating crisis facilities for mental health and substance abuse care.

Wisconsin has passed the Crisis Urgent Care and Observation Centers Act 249, creating crisis facilities for immediate mental health and substance abuse care. The first center will be in western Wisconsin, which faces healthcare challenges after hospital closures. The bill, supported by Governor Tony Evers, addresses a gap in the state's mental health system and aims to improve care for all residents.

March 29, 2024
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