SB 1028: Behavioral Health Crisis Response Advisory Group.

the bill aims to improve behavioral health crisis response in california by establishing a behavioral health crisis response advisory group. this group, appointed by the governor, will examine the role of law enforcement in crisis response and make recommendations on topics such as state governance structure, coordination with emergency response systems, and statewide minimum standards for law enforcement interaction with behavioral health crisis services. the group will also assess the risks associated with categorical nonresponse or limited-response policies adopted by local law enforcement agencies. the bill requires the california health and human services agency to report the group's findings and recommendations to the legislature annually from 2028 to 2030. the bill will repeal its provisions on january 1, 2031, and reimbursement for mandated costs will be made according to state…