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Butte County DA calls for tighter Mental Health Diversion rules

Butte County DA calls for tighter Mental Health Diversion rules

Defense attorneys oppose more restrictions on who can access the program
Butte County District Attorney Mike Ramsey is urging the California Legislature to amend the Mental Health Diversion (MHD) law to restrict eligibility and expand court discretion. Assembly Bill 46, legislation that is supported by the California District Attorneys Association, won unanimous approval by the Senate’s Public Safety Committee today, according to media reports. It was introduced by Assembly Member Stephanie …

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The Jewish Student Academic Support Grant will provide awards of up to $2,000 to help students manage the financial pressures involved in pursuing their academic and professional goals.

The grant, funded by a generous Chico donor, is open to Jewish students who live in Butte County or are enrolled in a local educational institution. Students pursuing higher education, vocational training or other accredited educational pathways are eligible.

Funds may be used for tuition, books, housing, food, transportation, and professional development opportunities such as conferences or internships.

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