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CT SB00247
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/22/2010
Primary Sponsor
Public Health Committee
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AI Summary
- Repeals and replaces Section 17a-471a of the general statutes, effective October 1, 2010
- Revises language regarding discharge of clients from Connecticut Valley Hospital to clarify that the Commissioner develops policies in consultation with an advisory council
- Establishes the Connecticut Valley Hospital Advisory Council composed of six members appointed by the mayor of Middletown, six members appointed by the Commissioner of Mental Health and Addiction Services, and one chairperson appointed by the Governor
- Requires the advisory council to advise the Commissioner on policies concerning building use, security, client residence on campus, and discharge of clients into the adjacent community
- Mandates that all discharges of clients committed by Superior Court or transferred from the Department of Correction comply with specified statutory sections (17a-511 to 17a-524, 17a-566 to 17a-575, 17a-580 to 17a-603, and 54-56d)
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning Technical Changes To Statutes Pertaining To The Department Of Mental Health And Addiction Services.
Last Action
Public Hearing 03/01
2/24/2010
Committee Referrals
Public Health2/22/2010
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