Bill > S1028

This bill amends, repeals, and adds to existing law to revise provisions regarding reports and investigations of maltreatment of vulnerable adults. Key provisions include: - Expanding the definition of "vulnerable adult" and defining various types of maltreatment, including physical, psychological, and financial abuse, neglect, and self-neglect. - Requiring certain professionals to report suspected maltreatment to adult protective services (APS) within 24 hours, and requiring APS to investigate in a timely manner based on the level of potential risk. - Providing APS authority over certain facilities, including the ability to revoke licenses or impose penalties for failure to report maltreatment. - Protecting those who report maltreatment in good faith from civil or criminal liability, while penalizing those who make false reports. - Requiring coordination and information-sharing between APS, law enforcement, and other agencies involved in investigating and addressing maltreatment of vulnerable adults. The bill aims to strengthen protections for vulnerable adults and improve the system for reporting, investigating, and responding to allegations of maltreatment.

Health and Social Services, Justice

Health and Welfare Committee (Senate)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2023/legislation/S1028/