SB 710

Abstract

Modifies allowed and prohibited uses of restraint of children in care by certain programs. Directs certain facilities to establish procedures to be followed when child in care is placed in restraint or involuntary seclusion. Prescribes reporting requirements following administration of restraint or involuntary seclusion. Requires certain programs to submit quarterly reports to Department of Human Services regarding use of restraints and involuntary seclusion on children in care. Directs department to adopt rules for individuals to be certified in administration of restraints and involuntary seclusion. Requires provision of information to children in care regarding how to report suspected inappropriate use of restraint or involuntary seclusion. Modifies definition of "developmental disabilities residential facility." Defines "secure transportation services provider." Requires person or organization making referral related to use of secure transportation services provider to provide referral disclosure. Requires secure transportation services provider that transports children on highways of this state along route beginning or ending in this state to or from certain schools, agencies, organizations or programs located in this state or any other state to be licensed by department as child-caring agency. Increases specified appropriations from General Fund to Department of Human Services for biennium beginning July 1, 2021, for purposes of carrying out Act. Increases specified limitations on expenditures by department for biennium beginning July 1, 2021, for purposes of carrying out Act. Declares emergency, effective on passage] September 1, 2021.