Modifying requirements for involuntary hospitalization

Summary

The bill lets an authorized hospital physician place a person in involuntary care for up to 72 hours without first contacting mental‑hygiene officials. It also lengthens the window to file a mental‑hygiene petition from 24 to 72 hours after admission. The change speeds emergency treatment while giving courts more time to review the case.

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