S 1007
An Act to prevent and respond to bullying of elderly and disabled residents
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Bill overview
This bill aims to address and prevent bullying experienced by elderly and disabled residents. It seeks to establish a framework for responding to such incidents and ensuring the safety and well-being of vulnerable populations. The legislation intends to create clearer procedures and potentially increase accountability for those engaging in bullying behavior. It focuses specifically on protecting older adults and individuals with disabilities within housing settings.
Key provisions
- Establish a definition of ‘bullying’ within the context of elderly and disabled residents.
- Require reporting of incidents of bullying to relevant authorities.
- Promote training for staff and residents on recognizing and preventing bullying.
- Potentially outline consequences for perpetrators of bullying.
- Focus on safeguarding vulnerable residents in housing facilities.
- May include provisions for support services for victims of bullying.
- Establish a process for investigating and addressing reported incidents.
Who is affected
- Elderly residents
- Disabled residents
- Housing facilities
- Staff in housing facilities
- Families of elderly and disabled residents
Notable changes
- Specifies the focus on bullying within housing contexts.
- Likely introduces reporting requirements for incidents.
- May mandate training for staff to recognize and address bullying.
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Primary sponsor
Joan B. Lovely
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Bill S.1007 194th (Current)
An Act to prevent and respond to bullying of elderly and disabled residents
By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1007) of Joan B. Lovely for legislation to prevent and respond to bullying of elderly and disabled residents. Housing.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Joan B. Lovely Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.1007
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Housing |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 5/27/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/04/2025 from 09:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 |
| 6/2/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 06/04/2025 from 09:00 AM-01:00 PM in B-2 |
| 10/23/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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