Law idea to alert officers of mental issues gains support
Salina attorney pushes Joeys Law after a Hays Police fatal shooting of autistic man Joseph Weber. The proposal would let people note mental or physical conditions on vehicle registrations so dispatchers can warn officers before confrontations. Evidence suggests awareness of Weber’s stressors might have changed the outcome of the Aug. 18 incident.
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Long wait for mental health care at OSH and LMH ER strain
Lawrence officials rebut CMS delays at Osawatomie State Hospital noting extended waits for decisions on transfers. At Lawrence Memorial Hospital the ER runs crowded with mental health patients, with 9 10 in the ER and stays of days affecting care, while LMH adds staffing and security to alleviate strain and CMS questions linger about inpatient recertification and resource shortages nationwide.
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