Creates voluntary pilot program to allow certain facilities flexibility in their psychiatric bed status.

Summary

This bill establishes a voluntary pilot program allowing certain healthcare facilities to adjust their psychiatric bed designations. It provides flexibility so facilities can better manage bed availability and meet patient needs. This matters because strict bed status rules can prevent hospitals from quickly adapting to mental health crises.

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