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A 4637

Safeguards cash accounts for people with developmental disabilities in a facility

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Khaleel Anderson and 4 co-sponsors

Summary of A 4637: Safeguards cash accounts for people with developmental disabilities in a facility Main Purpose and IntentThe purpose of this bill is to establish safeguards and

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Bill Summary · A 4637

Summary of A 4637: Safeguards cash accounts for people with developmental disabilities in a facility

Main Purpose and Intent

The purpose of this bill is to establish safeguards and protections for the cash accounts of individuals with developmental disabilities who reside in state-licensed facilities. The bill aims to ensure the proper management and oversight of these personal financial accounts to prevent misuse or exploitation.

Key Provisions

  • Requires state-licensed facilities that maintain cash accounts for residents with developmental disabilities to undergo regular audits and account reconciliations by an independent third-party.
  • Mandates that facilities provide residents or their designated representatives with monthly statements detailing all account activity and balances.
  • Prohibits facilities from commingling resident cash accounts with the facility's own operating funds or accounts.
  • Establishes protocols for residents to report suspected misuse or discrepancies in their accounts, and requires facilities to investigate such claims.
  • Directs the state to develop standardized accounting practices and guidelines for the management of resident cash accounts.
  • Imposes civil penalties on facilities that fail to comply with the bill's requirements.

Affected Parties

This bill would primarily affect individuals with developmental disabilities who reside in state-licensed facilities, such as group homes, assisted living centers, and other long-term care settings. It is intended to provide greater financial protections and oversight for this vulnerable population.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • The bill was introduced in the state legislature on June 25, 2024 and has been referred to the Ways and Means Committee for further consideration.
  • It has several related bills that have been introduced in previous legislative sessions, indicating an ongoing effort to address this issue.
  • If enacted, the bill would require the state to develop implementation guidelines and regulations within 6 months of the effective date.
  • Facilities would have 12 months from the effective date to come into compliance with the bill's requirements.

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

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