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CT HB05216

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/22/2018

Primary Sponsor

Public Health Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2018 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires the Department of Developmental Services to provide information about the disability rights organization to persons with disabilities and their legal representatives when notified of abuse or neglect allegations by state-funded service providers.

  • Defines "disability rights organization" as the nonprofit entity designated by the Governor as the Connecticut protection and advocacy system.

  • Mandates the Department of Developmental Services to notify the disability rights organization when investigating allegations of abuse or neglect of persons with disabilities by state-funded service providers.

  • Effective July 1, 2018.

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Communication Between The Disability Rights Organization And The Department Of Developmental Services Regarding Abuse Or Neglect Of Persons With Disabilities.

Last Action

Public Hearing 02/28

2/23/2018

Committee Referrals

Public Health2/22/2018

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