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HB 1136

MHDD CENTERS-READMISSIONS

104th Regular Session Introduced by Charlie Meier

Illinois bill targeting mental health facility readmission rates through standards and accountability measures for MHDD centers.

Referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 1136

Legislative bill overview

HB 1136 addresses readmission rates at mental health and developmental disability (MHDD) centers in Illinois. The bill appears focused on establishing standards, metrics, or accountability measures related to individuals being readmitted to these facilities. Specific legislative language would clarify whether it involves funding, performance requirements, or data reporting mechanisms.

Why is this important

High readmission rates at mental health and developmental disability facilities indicate potential gaps in discharge planning, community support, or treatment effectiveness—ultimately affecting vulnerable populations. Reducing unnecessary readmissions can improve patient outcomes while potentially reducing costs to the state healthcare system. This intersects with broader healthcare quality and community mental health infrastructure concerns.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding requirements: Whether the bill mandates new state spending or requires facilities to absorb costs without additional resources
  • Performance accountability standards: How readmission rates will be measured, what targets are realistic, and consequences for facilities not meeting benchmarks
  • Community support infrastructure: Whether the bill adequately addresses the underlying causes of readmission (housing, outpatient services, medication management) or focuses only on facility-level metrics

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

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