SPRINGFIELD – In an effort to prioritize quality mental health care, State Senator Laura Fine (D-Glenview) has been appointed to the Behavioral Health Administrative Burden Task Force. The goal of the task force is to ensure that individuals have timely access to the care they need.

“Accessible and affordable mental health care is essential healthcare for Illinoisans.  This task force serves a critical role in addressing barriers physicians face by promoting collaborative efforts between behavioral health professionals, state agencies, and patients to formulate appropriate solutions and best practices.”

 The task force is responsible for reviewing policies and regulations impacting the behavioral health industry to identify inefficiencies, duplicate or unnecessary requirements, burdensome restrictions and other barriers impeding access to services. The task force will also develop recommendations for legislative or regulatory changes to reduce administrative burdens while maintaining quality of care.