HB 6203

Abstract

Amends the Abuse of Adults with Disabilities Intervention Act. Requires the Office of Inspector General designated by the Department of Human Services to refer evidence of crimes against an adult with disabilities to the appropriate law enforcement agency immediately upon finding evidence of a crime (rather than according to Office of Inspector General policies). Provides that upon the death of an adult with disabilities where a complaint or report of alleged abuse, neglect, or exploitation was made prior to the person's death, regardless of whether the complaint or report was substantiated or unsubstantiated and regardless of whether consent was given for an assessment, the Office of Inspector General shall immediately report the matter to the appropriate law enforcement agency and coroner or medical examiner. Provides that if a report of alleged or suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation of an adult with disabilities is made and it reasonably appears to the investigator that the adult with disabilities lacks the capacity to consent to necessary services, including an assessment, the Department shall seek the appointment of a guardian for the purpose of consenting to such services, together with an order for an evaluation of the eligible adult's physical, psychological, and medical condition and decisional capacity. Contains provisions concerning oral and written reports; training and education opportunities for investigators; service plans; reporting requirements regarding the death of an adult with disabilities; and the prohibition against employer retaliation for certain disclosures. Defines terms. Effective immediately.