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CT HB05465
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/17/2025
Primary Sponsor
Timothy Ackert
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AI Summary
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Amends Chapter 319i of Connecticut general statutes to restrict the Psychiatric Security Review Board's confinement authority over persons with psychiatric disabilities
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Prohibits confinement of individuals deemed "gravely disabled" solely for not providing for their own safety
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Requires demonstration that the person poses an immediate danger to themselves or others before confinement is permitted
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Introduced by Rep. Ackert (8th District) and referred to the Public Health Committee
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning The Confinement Of Persons With A Psychiatric Disability By The Psychiatric Security Review Board.
Last Action
Referred to Joint Committee on Public Health
1/17/2025
Committee Referrals
Public Health1/17/2025
Full Bill Text
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