MA H2446

Establishes a task force to develop recommendations for statewide certification and updated training standards for sexual assault counselors

Task force chaired by the Department of Public Health commissioner and includes representatives from rape crisis centers (Pathways for Change, Boston Area Rape Crisis Center, Center for Hope & Healing), Jane Doe Inc., Victim Rights Law Center, Massachusetts Office of Victim Assistance, and up to 3 sexual assault survivors

Required to recommend updates to statutory definitions of "rape crisis center" and "sexual assault counsellor" in MGL Chapter 233 Section 20J

Must evaluate training curriculum and hours for employees and volunteers, certification levels, fee structures, feasibility of rape crisis center licensure, and options for continuing education/college credits

Report with findings and proposed legislation due to the legislature within 12 months of the act's effective date