House Sponsors: LANG. Short description: HUM SV-ASSESS FACILITY Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Amends the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Administrative Act. Provides that facilities under the jurisdiction of the Department of Human Services shall be subject to a site audit at least once during each 12-month period by the Department (now each biennium by the Citizens Council on Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities). Provides that the visit shall determine compliance with the statutes relating to patient care and Department policies and procedures (now Department policies and procedures). Provides that visits shall be made to review and follow up on complaints made by legislators, mental health organizations, and advocates (now mental health agencies and advocates). Provides that at least 3 non-profit organizations shall have access to State-operated facilities. Provides that the purpose of the access is to ensure there will be independent assessments of each facility. Provides that the Department shall adopt rules governing access to the facilities. Provides that visits may be carried out upon the notification of a complaint. Provides that review of a complaint shall be deferred until after the Office of the Inspector General completes its investigation. Effective immediately. Last action on Bill: TABLED BY SPONSOR HHSV Last action date: 98-02-25 Location: House Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status