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Increased Transparency and Protection for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities

This act aims to enhance the safety and improve care for individuals with intellectual disabilities in care facilities. It mandates the online publication of key information about these facilities, making it easier for citizens to assess care quality. Additionally, an advisory council will be established to develop recommendations for preventing abuse and neglect.
Key points
Information about care facilities for individuals with intellectual disabilities, including inspection results and complaints, will be publicly available online.
A new advisory council will be formed to develop methods for preventing abuse and neglect in these facilities.
Healthcare providers will have broader access to employee background data, aiming to increase patient safety.
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Print number: 117_S_4593
Sponsor: Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ]
Process start date: 2022-07-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Preventing Abuse and Neglect of Vulnerable Americans Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4593.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Information about care facilities for individuals with intellectual disabilities, including inspection results and complaints, will be publicly available online.
  • A new advisory council will be formed to develop methods for preventing abuse and neglect in these facilities.
  • Healthcare providers will have broader access to employee background data, aiming to increase patient safety.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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