The House Resolution No. 10, reported by the House Committee on Appropriations, seeks approval for a settlement agreement in the case of Isaiah Lindsay, et al. v. Nancy Navaretta, which involves the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. The resolution endorses provisions that require expenditures exceeding $2.5 million from the General Fund budget, as outlined in a settlement agreement dated March 26, 2026. This agreement aims to ensure the timely discharge of individuals from Whiting Forensic Hospital who are deemed clinically ready to transition to community mental health services. The resolution also mandates that the state make efforts to secure funding for these requirements and obtain legislative approval.

The fiscal impact of the resolution is significant, with an estimated cost of approximately $3.5 million in FY 27 and $7 million in FY 28 for the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. The settlement agreement includes provisions for the state to modify policies and practices to facilitate the transition of individuals committed to the Psychiatric Security Review Board into community settings. It also outlines the state's responsibility for certain costs, including independent reviewer services and legal fees. The agreement will take effect upon final court approval and will remain in force for seven years unless terminated or extended due to noncompliance. If the General Assembly does not approve the settlement within the specified timeframe, it will become null and void.