Bill Summary for H 981 (2011-2012)

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Jun 5 2012

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View NCGA Bill Details2011-2012 Session
House Bill 981 (Public) Filed Wednesday, May 16, 2012
TO PROHIBIT ANY CONVEYANCE OF STATE-OWNED REAL PROPERTY ENCOMPASSING THE DOROTHEA DIX HOSPITAL CAMPUS WITHOUT THE APPROVAL OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY AS RECOMMENDED BY THE JOINT OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE ON HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES.
Intro. by Dollar, Burr.

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House amendment makes the following changes to 3rd edition.
Modifies uncodified language in the act to clarify that proceeds from the sale of the Dorothea Dix Hospital campus will fund programs and community treatment alternatives for individuals currently residing, or at risk of residing, in a state psychiatric hospital. Further clarifies that the funds will be used for capital needs of persons with mental illness, and will not replace current appropriations or existing federal, state, private, or local funds.