This bill mandates that the Department of Public Health and Human Services is required to provide reports of alleged abuse and neglect occurring at the Montana State Hospital to the State Protection and Advocacy Program. This measure aims to enhance oversight and accountability regarding the treatment of individuals at the hospital, ensuring that any allegations of mistreatment are promptly reported and addressed.

The bill amends several sections of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA), specifically sections 53-21-107, 53-21-166, and 53-21-169, to incorporate these reporting requirements. The legislation is designed to take effect immediately upon passage, reflecting the urgency of improving the protection of vulnerable populations within the state hospital system.

Statutes affected:
SB0004_1.pdf: 53-21-107, 53-21-166, 53-21-169
Introduced: 53-21-107, 53-21-166, 53-21-169