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HB 6176

AN ACT CONCERNING THE AUTHORITY OF THE PROBATE COURT TO ORDER A PERSON WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES TO SUBMIT TO AN INVOLUNTARY MEDICAL EVALUATION AND ASSISTED OUTPATIENT MEDICAL TREATMENT.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Kathy Kennedy

Connecticut bill authorizes probate courts to mandate involuntary medical evaluations and outpatient treatment for people with intellectual/developmental disabilities.

REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Judiciary
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Bill Summary · HB 6176

Legislative bill overview

HB 6176 would grant Connecticut probate courts the authority to order individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to undergo involuntary medical evaluations and receive assisted outpatient medical treatment. The bill expands judicial power to mandate medical interventions for this vulnerable population without their consent.

Why is this important

This legislation directly affects civil liberties and medical autonomy for people with IDD, potentially expanding state intervention in personal medical decisions. It also impacts probate court procedures, the definition of who qualifies for such orders, and how medical providers interact with the disability community.

Potential points of contention

  • Medical autonomy and consent rights: Opponents may argue this violates the bodily autonomy and informed consent rights of people with disabilities, particularly given historical medical abuse of this population
  • Definitional scope: Unclear what "assisted outpatient medical treatment" encompasses and whether it could include psychiatric medication, behavioral interventions, or other treatments beyond emergency medical care
  • Due process protections: Questions about what safeguards exist against abuse, how individuals can challenge orders, and whether representation/advocacy support is guaranteed during probate proceedings

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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