SB 249 – Allow LMFTs to Conduct First level IVC Exams
Primary Sponsors: Sen. Joyce Kraweic (R-Forsyth), Sen. Ralph Hise (R-Madison), Sen. Dan Bishop (R-Mecklenburg)
Bill Summary
This bill would authorize the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services to allow licensed marriage and family therapists to conduct initial (first level) examinations for involuntary commitment of individuals with mental illness or substance abuse disorders.
Bill Movement
This bill was filed on March 13, 2019.
This bill was referred to Senate Rules Committee on March 14, 2019.