Welcome to the CMHDA Public Policy page. CMHDA is actively involved in social justice and mental health-related public policy development across all levels of the government. From analysis to advocacy, CMHDA is constantly evaluating the "real world" implications of public policy development on local mental health authorities and the communities they serve.
For More Information
- Patricia Ryan, MPA – Executive Director
Contact for state budget issues and Association matters.
pryan@cmhda.org
- Don Kingdon, PhD – Deputy Director & Small Counties Liaison
Contact for Medi-Cal and other regulatory issues.
dkingdon@cmhda.org
- Kirsten Barlow – Associate Director, Legislation & Public Policy
Contact for state legislation and public policy issues.
kbarlow@cmhda.org