Bill > S3754

This bill establishes the "Disability Mortality and Abuse Prevention Advisory Committee" within the Department of Human Services (DHS). The committee's purpose is to critically review cases of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who were victims of abuse, neglect, or exploitation, or who have passed away. The committee will evaluate government systems' responses, identify areas for improvement, and suggest measures to enhance accountability and the reporting and investigatory process. The bill also authorizes DHS and the Department of Children and Families to provide confidential client information to the committee, and establishes confidentiality and liability protections for the committee's proceedings and members. The Commissioner of Human Services is required to review the committee's findings and recommendations and submit a report to the Governor and Legislature within 27 months.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

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