4560 Mental Hlth Svcs Ovrst and Acntblty Comm
Program Descriptions

15 - MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES OVERSIGHT AND ACCOUNTABILITY COMMISSION

The MHSOAC was established to provide oversight and accountability for the Mental Health Serivces Act (MHSA), Adult and Older Adult System of Care Act and Children's Mental Health Services Act. The MHSOAC has three primary roles: (1) provide oversight, review and evaluation of projects and programs supported with MHSA funds, (2) review and/or approve local MHSA funding requests, and (3) ensure oversight and accountability of the public community mental health system. The MHSOAC also advises the Governor and the Legislature regarding state actions to improve care and services for people with mental illness.