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Employer testifies mental‑health investments boost productivity and retention; urges state support
Summary
White Castle manufacturing vice president David Reif urged state investment in mental health and substance‑use supports, described company programs to break stigma and train managers, and said untreated mental illness reduces workforce productivity and attendance.
David Reif, vice president of manufacturing at White Castle, told the House Children and Human Services Committee that investments in mental health and substance‑use services in the state budget would improve workforce participation, productivity and employer retention.
Reif described company efforts to destigmatize mental health, provide employee resources and train managers to spot warning signs. He said nearly one in four adults report…
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