Improving Safety and Oversight for Youth in Residential Treatment Programs.
This law aims to enhance the safety and well-being of children and youth placed in residential treatment facilities, including those receiving federal funding. It mandates the federal government to issue guidance to states on improving data collection regarding the welfare, safety, and incidents of maltreatment of young people in these centers. Citizens can expect greater accountability and better monitoring of care facilities for vulnerable youth.
Key points
Establishes new standards for states to collect and share information on the health and safety of youth in residential treatment centers.
Requires the development of best practices to better detect and report incidents of maltreatment in residential facilities.
Strengthens oversight of federally funded youth programs to ensure accountability and risk assessment strategies.
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