An Act relative to sexual assault counselor task force
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill establishes a Sexual Assault Counselor Task Force in Massachusetts. The task force will be responsible for examining the current state of training and certification for sexual assault counselors, and making recommendations for improvements. Specifically, it will investigate best practices, identify gaps in existing training programs, and propose strategies to enhance the skills and knowledge of counselors working with survivors of sexual assault. The goal is to ensure survivors receive the highest quality of care and support.
Key provisions
- Establish a Sexual Assault Counselor Task Force.
- Assess current training and certification standards for sexual assault counselors.
- Identify gaps in existing training programs.
- Recommend improvements to counselor training and certification.
- Explore best practices in the field.
- Investigate strategies to enhance counselor skills and knowledge.
Who is affected
- Sexual Assault Counselors
- Survivors of Sexual Assault
- Mental Health Professionals
- The Public Health Sector
- Training Programs
Notable changes
- The bill aims to standardize and improve the training and certification process for sexual assault counselors.
- It seeks to address potential gaps in current practices to better serve survivors.
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10 on record
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Cosponsors
Danillo A. Sena
James B. Eldridge
James K. Hawkins
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