Kentucky Edition:On a Mission at National Conference of State Legislatures Season 3 Episode 48

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A significant number of those who cycle through jails are individuals with serious mental illness, according to a new report from NCSL's Civil and Criminal Justice Program. It examines statutory frameworks impacting deflection and diversion programs, designed to redirect individuals with mental health or substance-related needs away from the criminal justice system, while prioritizing public safety, accountability and greater access to mental health services and addiction treatment. Read more: h

NCSL is excited to announce that registration for the 2024 NCSL Legislative Summit is now open! Join us Aug. 5-7 in Louisville for the nation’s largest bipartisan gathering of legislators and legislative staff. Take part in three days of in-depth policy discussions, inspirational keynote speakers and plentiful opportunities to connect and collaborate. Register here: www.ncsl.org/summit #NCSLsummit | National Conference of State Legislatures

18 reactions | The first day of the NCSL Legislative Summit is off to a hit. Joining us to discuss the first day of the Summit is NCSL President, Sen. Toi Hutchinson. | National Conference of State Legislatures | Facebook

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