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CT HB06475

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/23/2015

Primary Sponsor

Toni Walker

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends sections 46a-150 to 46a-154 of general statutes to establish oversight and reduce use of restraints and seclusion in juvenile justice facilities
  • Requires any program or facility using restraint or seclusion for juveniles to implement evidence-based positive behavioral support strategies and other evidence-based or research-informed alternatives
  • Mandates collection and reporting of data on restraint and seclusion practices by facilities using these methods
  • Requires facilities to address and monitor the rate of use and duration of seclusion specifically for children and youth with disabilities

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Restraint And Seclusion Of Juveniles.

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Judiciary

1/23/2015

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/23/2015

Full Bill Text

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