A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a study on the feasibility of establishing a registry for those who abuse individuals considered to be vulnerable populations.
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Overview
This resolution directs the Joint State Government Commission to study the feasibility of establishing a registry for individuals who have abused vulnerable populations. The study will evaluate the effectiveness of existing registries, explore potential combined registries, and examine the impact on vulnerable populations, employers, and state assistance programs. It will also consider constitutional limitations and seek input from a wide range of stakeholders, including government agencies, advocacy groups, and individuals with disabilities and seniors.
Key provisions
- Conduct a study on the feasibility of establishing a registry for abuse of vulnerable populations.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of existing registries and explore combined registry options.
- Examine the impact of a registry on employment screenings and access to state assistance programs.
- Investigate constitutional limitations related to registry creation and operation.
- Gather input from diverse stakeholders, including government agencies, advocacy groups, and individuals with disabilities and seniors.
- Assess the treatment of registrants by potential employers.
- Determine staffing and funding needs for a potential registry.
- Analyze registries in other states.
Who is affected
- Individuals considered vulnerable populations (children, adults with disabilities, seniors)
- Employers
- Government agencies (Attorney General, Secretary of Aging, etc.)
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Primary sponsor
Timothy Kearney
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