SB 2850

Abstract

Amends the Sexual Assault Survivors Emergency Treatment Act. Changes references from "emergency hospital service" to "forensic and emergency medical services". Changes certain references from "alleged sexual assault survivor" to "sexual assault survivor". Sets forth minimum requirements for health care facilities providing follow-up care to sexual assault survivors. Provides that a minor who is a survivor of sexual assault shall be provided certain services without the consent of a parent, guardian, or custodian. Provides that a sexual assault survivor may have an advocate or other support person present when receiving services. Repeals provisions relating to community or areawide plans for forensic and medical services to sexual assault survivors and submission of plans to the Department of Public Health. Makes other changes.