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U.S. Senator Pete Domenici:
“Kendra's Law works in other states. It not only prevents possible crimes and tragedies, but offers fair and safe treatment for individuals who suffer from severe mental illnesses. The people of New Mexico need Kendra's Law."

Advocates vow to bring Kendra's Law to New Mexico - starting with Albuquerque [read data on the successes of Kendra's Law]

INFORMATION ON STATE LAWS:

Chart of state laws (also in PDF)

Summary text of state laws (also in PDF)

Full text of each state's mental illness treatment statute

Want to get involved? Visit our special resource page for state advocates for tips and ideas.

If you live in Canada, please visit the website of CFACT (The Coalition for Appropriate Care and Treatment), a nonprofit organization working to ensure appropriate treatment for the seriously mentally ill.

INFORMATION ON STATE ACTIVITIES:

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Alaska Indiana Nebraska South Carolina
Arizona Iowa Nevada * South Dakota
Arkansas Kansas New Hampshire Tennessee *
California (webpage of CTAC) Kentucky New Jersey * Texas  
Colorado Louisiana New Mexico * Utah
Connecticut * Maine * New York Vermont
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District of Columbia Massachusetts * North Dakota Washington
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* One of only eight states that still does not permit the use of assisted outpatient treatment.

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