Alabama HJR198: Alabama Mental Health Task Force, established

What the bill says

An act, establishing the alabama mental health task force.

From the enrolled text:

An Act, ESTABLISHING THE ALABAMA MENTAL HEALTH TASK FORCE. WHEREAS, millions of adults and children are affected by mental illnesses every year; and WHEREAS, individuals with mental illnesses lead full, productive lives when they have access to necessary treatment, services, and support in their communities; and WHEREAS, only half of individuals with a serious form of mental illness seek treatment for their mental illness; and WHEREAS, stigma and fear of discrimination keep many who would benefit from mental health services from seeking help; and WHEREAS, greater public awareness about mental illnesses can reduce stigma and change negative attitudes and behaviors toward individuals with mental illnesses; and WHEREAS, the Legislature is positioned to enhance public awareness of mental illness and improve access to mental health care in this state; now therefore, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF ALABAMA, BOTH HOUSES THEREOF CONCURRING, That there is created the Alabama Mental Health Task Force to evaluate and recommend long-term policies and solutions for improving mental health care in this state. (a) The membership of the task force shall consist of the following: Page the following: HJR198 Enrolled (1) One psychiatrist appointed by the Governor. (2) One clinical psychologist appointed by the Lieutenant Governor. (3) One member of the House of Representatives appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives and one …

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Sponsors

• Warren, Pebblin W. (D, HD-082) · primary sponsor
• Lee, Paul W. (R, HD-086)
• Forte, Berry (D, HD-084)
• Clarke, Adline (D, HD-097)
• Lands, Marilyn (D, HD-010)
• Holk-Jones, Frances (R, HD-095)
• Hollis, Rolanda (D, HD-058)
• England, Chris (D, HD-070)
• Lovvorn, Joe (R, HD-079)
• Hall, Laura (D, HD-019)
• Rigsby, Phillip (R, HD-025)
• Drummond, Barbara (D, HD-103)

Latest actions

1. April 16, 2026: Enacted
2. April 9, 2026: Delivered to Governor
3. April 9, 2026: Enrolled
4. April 9, 2026: Ready to Enroll
5. April 9, 2026: Warren motion to Concur In and Adopt Senate Amendment - Adopted Roll Call 1349
6. April 9, 2026: Waggoner motion to Adopt - Adopted Voice Vote
7. April 9, 2026: Reported from RULES
8. April 9, 2026: RULES 1st Amendment Offered
9. April 8, 2026: Reported Out of Committee Second House
10. April 8, 2026: RULES 1st Amendment

Votes

• House Roll Call #1349 (April 9, 2026): 103 yea, 0 nay, passed

Common questions

What is HJR198?

HJR198 is a bill in the Alabama Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Alabama Mental Health Task Force, established.

What does HJR198 do?

In its own words: An act, establishing the alabama mental health task force.

What is the status of HJR198?

Signed into law as of April 16, 2026. Latest action: Enacted (April 16, 2026).

Who sponsored HJR198?

Warren, Pebblin W. (D, HD-082), with 11 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HJR198?

On the Alabama Legislature website: https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/instrument/2026RS/HJR198