Bill > HB1763

This bill establishes a committee composed of four legislative members, appointed by the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate, to study the rules governing the placement and upkeep of community residences for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and acquired brain disorders (ABD). These residences, often referred to as group homes, are those funded, certified, or overseen by the department of health and human services. The committee's duties include examining issues related to administrative rules for siting and operation, such as building and fire codes, conflicts with local zoning laws, maintaining neighborhood character, and other relevant regulations. They are also tasked with gathering input from the public, state agencies, providers, advocates, and experts, and will ultimately identify potential changes to laws and regulations, including recommendations for rulemaking by the department of health and human services, to address these siting and maintenance concerns. The committee will elect a chairperson, needs a quorum of three members to conduct business, and is required to report its findings and legislative recommendations to various state officials and the state library by November 1, 2026.