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WI AB116
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/11/2025
Primary Sponsor
Joint Legislative Council
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AI Summary
- Counties approving emergency detention of a minor become responsible for transporting the minor to the detention facility, including taking custody and covering transportation costs
- Counties may contract with law enforcement agencies, ambulance services, or third-party vendors for transportation; law enforcement may only be used if it is the least restrictive method or the only reasonable alternative available
- Department of Health Services must reimburse counties for transportation costs and may establish standards for allowable reimbursable expenses
- DHS must seek federal approval to provide reimbursement through Medical Assistance for minors enrolled in that program; if federal approval is denied, Medical Assistance reimbursement is prohibited
- Creates sum sufficient GPR funding appropriation in DHS budget for transportation reimbursements; takes effect on the first day of the 7th month after publication
Legislative Description
Transportation of minors for emergency detention.
Last Action
Public hearing held
5/28/2025
Committee Referrals
Local Government3/11/2025
Full Bill Text
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