This bill establishes a new commission, titled the "Study Commission for Children's Futures," aimed at examining the health and well-being of children in the state. The commission will identify gaps in mental and physical health services available to children and will consist of various members, including two representatives from the House, one senator from each major party, and seventeen appointees from diverse fields such as healthcare, education, law enforcement, and parenting. The commission is tasked with studying a range of issues, including the use of individualized education programs (IEPs), mental health trends among youth, childhood diseases, and the prevalence of adverse childhood experiences.
The bill includes specific provisions regarding the appointment of commission members and their compensation, stating that legislative members will receive mileage reimbursement. It also outlines the commission's responsibilities, including the requirement to report findings and recommendations for proposed legislation annually by November 1. The commission is expected to hold its first meeting within 45 days of the bill's passage, and a quorum will consist of eleven members. The bill does not contain any deletions from current law but introduces new legal language to establish the commission and its functions.