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This bill amends laws related to competency evaluations for individuals facing criminal proceedings, clarifying procedures for ordering evaluations, the scope of these evaluations, and the duration of commitment for restoration treatment. Key changes include specifying that if a court orders two competency evaluations, they must be ordered simultaneously, and allowing for additional or updated evaluations if circumstances change or new information arises. The bill also clarifies that "progress toward competency evaluations," which assess a defendant's improvement during treatment, are separate from initial competency evaluations. Furthermore, it establishes rules for the portability of involuntary medication orders when an individual is transferred between facilities, ensuring continuity of treatment and requiring receiving facilities to assess the individual and document the necessity of continued medication. The bill also outlines specific timelines and procedures for competency review hearings and potential extensions of commitment for restoration treatment, particularly for individuals charged with serious felonies, and sets an effective date of May 6, 2026.

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