State Rep. Rex Reynolds (R-Huntsville) was named the 2024 Legislator of the Year by the Alabama 310 Association, according to an announcement from House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter's (R-Rainsville) office.
"Established by Alabama Act 310, 310 Boards are public, non-profit corporations that play a crucial role in providing free mental health and substance abuse services," the release said. "The 19 faculties, spread across the state, operate at no cost to the 5,000 plus patients they serve."
Reynolds, the House General Fund Budget Committee chairman has prioritized funding mental health care, according to the release, which also noted a $235 million appropriation to the Department of Mental Health in the last General Fund Budget.
“It’s an honor to be recognized as the 310 Association’s Legislator of the Year, but Alabama’s mental health professionals truly deserve all the credit,” said Rep. Reynolds. “Our community mental health centers are saving lives daily, and I’m proud to support them through my role as House General Fund Chairman. While Alabama has come a long way in supporting mental healthcare, we still have a lot of work ahead of us. I look forward to our continued efforts to expand access and connect those in crisis with the care they need to recover.”
“Each year, our association honors a legislator who champions efforts to expand and enhance services for individuals with mental health issues, substance abuse disorders and developmental disabilities,” Dawn Lindsey, president of the Alabama 310 Association said. “Rep. Reynolds has been a tireless advocate for this group, working not only to better their lives but to positively impact the lives of their families as well.”
Jeff Poor is the editor in chief of 1819 News and host of "The Jeff Poor Show," heard Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon on Mobile's FM Talk 106.5. To connect or comment, email jeff.poor@1819News.com or follow him on Twitter @jeff_poor.
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