211 Network
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill transfers the South Carolina 211 Network, currently managed by the Budget and Control Board, to the Department of Consumer Affairs. It creates a new section within the state’s code to establish the South Carolina 211 Network within the Department, aiming to coordinate information and referral services for health and human services. The network will also establish standards for data collection and promote collaboration among service providers and local systems.
Key provisions
- Transfers the 211 Network to the Department of Consumer Affairs.
- Creates a new section (37-6-515) within the South Carolina Code of Laws to establish the South Carolina 211 Network.
- Defines objectives for the network, including providing access to health and human services information and improving referral systems.
- Requires 211 providers to be certified by the Department of Consumer Affairs.
- Establishes procedures for the Department to revoke 211 numbers from uncertified providers.
- Mandates the Department to consult with the Public Service Commission and the Federal Communications Commission regarding 211 numbers.
- Requires the network to develop a unified systems plan with standards for data management and access.
- Outlines testing methods for integrating services and streamlining eligibility processes.
Who is affected
- Department of Consumer Affairs
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