MENTAL HEALTH WORKERS' BILL OF RIGHTS.

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View NCGA Bill Details2011-2012 Session
Senate Bill 481 (Public) Filed Thursday, March 31, 2011
TO ENACT THE MENTAL HEALTH WORKERS' BILL OF RIGHTS.
Intro. by Jones.

Status: Ref To Com On Mental Health & Youth Services (Senate Action) (Apr 4 2011)

Bill History:

S 481

Bill Summaries:

  • Summary date: Mar 31 2011 - View Summary

    Identical to H 287, filed 3/9/11.

    Enacts new Article 8, the Mental Health Workers' Bill of Rights, to GS Chapter 122C to provide basic rights and standards to mental health workers. Enumerates 10 elements for inclusion in the bill of rights for mental health workers, including the right to a safe workplace, the right to family-supporting wages, the right to a grievance procedure, and the right to be treated with respect and dignity.