SB1430Introduced in the Senate
Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services; modifying appointing authority of the Commissioner. Effective date.
Introduced by Darcy Jech, District 26
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services; modifying appointing authority of the Commissioner. Effective date.
Where it stands
Coauthored by Representative Newton (principal House author)
February 25, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate: Health & Human Services Committee: DO PASS · February 23, 2026
8
Yes
2
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
10 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
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| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Julie McIntosh | 3 | No |
| Bill Coleman | 10 | Yes |
| Lisa Standridge | 15 | No |
| Jo Dossett | 35 | Yes |
| John Haste | 36 | Yes |
| Carri Hicks | 40 | Yes |
| Adam Pugh | 41 | Yes |
| Brenda Stanley | 42 | Yes |
| Paul Rosino | 45 | Yes |
| Nikki Nice | 48 | Yes |
Bill history
First Reading
Authored by Senator Jech
Second Reading referred to Health and Human Services
Reported Do Pass Health and Human Services committee; CR filed
Placed on General Order
Coauthored by Representative Newton (principal House author)
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