This bill establishes a committee tasked with studying the siting and maintenance rules for community residences that cater to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and acquired brain disorders (ABD). The committee will consist of three members from the House of Representatives and one member from the Senate, all appointed by their respective leaders. Members will receive mileage compensation for their duties. The committee's responsibilities include examining administrative rules related to the siting, operation, and maintenance of these residences, considering factors such as building and fire codes, local land use ordinances, and neighborhood character. The committee is also empowered to solicit input from various stakeholders, including state agencies, advocacy groups, and subject-matter experts.
The committee is required to report its findings and any legislative recommendations by November 1, 2026. The bill does not introduce any new fiscal impacts on state, county, or local expenditures or revenues. The effective date of the act is upon its passage, and the committee is expected to convene within 45 days of the act's enactment.