Advocates hope for more attention to mental health

LANSING

As the state enters a new legislative session with Democrats in control, the Mental Health Association in Michigan is eyeing the lawmakers to address issues like addiction and health care.

One hopeful sign is the creation of a subcommittee on behavioral health, chaired by Rep. Felicia Brabec, DPittsfield Township, a clinical psychologist.

Marianne Huff, the president and CEO of the associatio…