The bill proposes an appropriation of $20 million from the General Revenue Fund to the Department of Children and Families for the relief of C.C., a child who suffered severe injuries due to the department's negligence. C.C. was born addicted to methadone and experienced significant health issues as a result of his mother's drug abuse during pregnancy. Despite multiple reports of child abuse and drug use against his mother, the department allowed C.C. to be released into her care after birth, leading to further harm, including a critical overdose when he was 13 months old. The bill acknowledges the department's failure to protect C.C. and recognizes the state's obligation to compensate him for the damages incurred.

The bill includes several key provisions: it declares the facts stated in the preamble to be true, appropriates the $20 million for C.C.'s benefit, and directs the Chief Financial Officer to create an irrevocable trust for C.C. to manage the funds. Additionally, it stipulates that the trust will cover attorney fees and costs related to the claim, with a cap of 25 percent on the total amount awarded for such expenses. The act is intended to provide sole compensation for all claims arising from the circumstances described, ensuring that C.C. receives the necessary support for his lifelong care. The bill will take effect upon becoming law.