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Dept. of Mental Health explains millions in unused pandemic dollars

The Department of Mental Health in Missouri is addressing the issue of millions of dollars in unspent funds, which were intended for community mental health services. According to the department, the unspent money, totaling $240 million over the past five years, is due to a combination of factors including staffing shortages, delays in contract execution, and challenges in expanding services to meet the growing demand. The department is working on improving its processes to ensure that the funds are utilized more effectively in the future, including hiring more staff and streamlining contract procedures. This situation has raised concerns among lawmakers and advocates who stress the urgent need for these funds to support mental health services across the state.

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