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DE HB311
Bill
Status
6/9/2016
Primary Sponsor
Sean Lynn
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AI Summary
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Authorizes the Family Court to order the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) to determine whether a child age 17 or older in DSCYF custody qualifies for adult mental or behavioral health services.
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Permits the Court to order DHSS and DSCYF to coordinate and develop a transition plan for mental or behavioral health services if the child qualifies for adult services.
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Allows the Court to require the transition plan include an appropriate adult mental or behavioral health diagnosis for the child.
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Permits the Court to order the transition plan include a list of prospective adult services for which the child might qualify.
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Requires DHSS or DSCYF to develop and submit any ordered transition plan in a timely manner as directed by the Court.
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 13 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Mental And Behavioral Health Transition Plans.
Last Action
Reported Out of Committee (CHILDREN; YOUTH & FAMILIES) in Senate with 3 On Its Merits
6/28/2016