Bill > S2554

This bill updates terminology and investigative practices related to the protection of persons with disabilities. Key provisions include: - Changing the name of the "disabled persons protection commission" to the "commission for the protection of persons with disabilities" throughout relevant laws. - Updating the definition of key terms like "person with a disability," "abuse," and "caretaker." - Establishing a special investigative unit within the commission to handle reports of abuse involving alleged criminal conduct. - Clarifying the commission's referral and investigation responsibilities, including oversight of investigations conducted by other agencies. - Expanding the commission's authority to provide protective services to persons with disabilities and seek court orders for such services. - Updating various other provisions related to reporting requirements, confidentiality, and enforcement to align with the new terminology and investigative practices. Overall, the bill aims to modernize the laws and procedures for protecting persons with disabilities from abuse and neglect.

Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities (J), Senate Committee on Ways and Means (S)

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2554