Legislative & Constituent Affairs

Legislative & Constituent Affairs is responsible for serving as the legislative liaison for the department and is responsible for developing and/or negotiating proposed legislation under the direction and approval of the commissioner. Staff is responsible for ensuring the passage of the department’s annual legislative agenda and informing legislators about ADMH programs and services.

The staff member assigned to Legislative and Constituent Affairs also works to respond to inquiries and constituent questions and concerns of the Governor’s office and legislative offices.