A new Bill has been introduced to the Utah House and Senate which amends provisions related to congregate care programs. Some highlights of the new Bill include the following:
Highlighted Provisions:
This bill:
defines terms;
modifies the definition of "congregate care program";
removes the requirement that restraint and seclusion procedures align with industry standards;
requires a congregate care program to allow confidential voice-to-voice communication unless certain circumstances are met;
requires a youth transportation company to register with the office;
requires individuals who transport a child for a youth transportation company to submit to a background check;
imposes a criminal penalty for referring individuals to youth transportation companies in exchange for remuneration, or fee sharing;
creates a fee for registration of a youth transportation company; and makes technical changes.
You can download the full Bill BELOW
Or you can visit the State Website - https://le.utah.gov/~2022/bills/static/SB0239.html
Don't forget to register for our up coming virtual meeting in March where we will be discussing this new Bill and much more. REGISTER HERE <----
Respectfully,
VOICE - Utah
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