Office of Public Affairs

Constituent Services, Legislative Affairs

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The Office of Public Affairs in the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) serves as a liaison to consumers, families, advocates, and the general public for assistance with questions, problems or access to our services. It is also the primary point of contact for activities related to the Georgia General Assembly.

Constituent Services

Legislative Affairs
The DBHDD legislative team tracks and analyzes state and federal legislation that affect mental health, substance abuse and developmental disability services. The legislative team is responsible for ensuring the passage of the department’s annual legislative agenda. In addition, our team responds to legislative inquiries and informs legislators about DBHDD programs and services

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Office of Public Affairs
2 Peachtree Street NW
24th Floor
Atlanta, Georgia 30303

Phone: 404-657-5964
Toll Free: 1-888-785-6954
Fax: 770-408-5439
Email: [email protected]