Bill
SD 3061
Overview: Bill Number: SD 3061, Title: Monthly Temporary Respite Center Report, Status: Placed on file, Introduced: July 17, 2025Purpose and Intent: This proposed bill aims to enha
Overview: Bill Number: SD 3061, Title: Monthly Temporary Respite Center Report, Status: Placed on file, Introduced: July 17, 2025
Purpose and Intent: This proposed bill aims to enhance transparency and accountability around the operation of temporary respite centers in the state. The legislation would require regular reporting on the utilization, services, and outcomes of these facilities, which provide short-term housing and support for individuals in crisis or experiencing homelessness.
Key Provisions:
- Mandates that all temporary respite centers submit monthly reports to the state Department of Health and Human Services
- Requires the reports to include data on the number of individuals served, the types of services provided, and the length of stay
- Directs the department to compile the reports into a comprehensive monthly summary and publish it online for public access
- Empowers the department to establish additional reporting requirements and performance metrics as needed
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Individuals utilizing temporary respite centers would benefit from increased transparency and potential service improvements
- Respite center operators would face new administrative burdens to collect and submit the required data
- State policymakers and the general public would have access to more detailed information about the utilization and effectiveness of these critical support services
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The proposed bill has been placed on file, meaning it has been introduced in the state legislature but has not yet been scheduled for a formal hearing or vote. Its current status suggests the legislation may be under consideration for future action, but its path to enactment remains uncertain.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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