HI SB1242

Establishes a trauma-informed care task force within the Department of Health, chaired by the Director of Health, comprising state agency directors, legislative leaders, county mayors, and appointed representatives from healthcare, non-profit, and community sectors.

Task force shall develop a statewide framework for trauma-informed and responsive practice including definitions, principles, implementation examples, strategies for preventing secondary traumatic stress, and an evaluation plan with metrics.

Task force shall identify best practices for children and youth who have experienced trauma, conduct inventory assessments of public and private agencies, identify cultural practices that build wellness and resilience, and convene practitioners to share research and strategies.

Task force shall explore federal funding opportunities to coordinate response to families impacted by coronavirus disease 2019, substance use disorders, domestic violence, poverty, and other trauma, and may recommend creating a government position to interface with federal agencies.

Task force shall submit report with findings, recommendations, and proposed legislation to legislature no later than twenty days before the 2024 regular session and shall cease to exist on July 1, 2024.