Bill
HB 3395
Overview: HB 3395 - Screening for adverse childhood experiencesPurpose and Intent: The bill aims to establish a statewide program for the screening and assessment of adverse childh
Overview: HB 3395 - Screening for adverse childhood experiences
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to establish a statewide program for the screening and assessment of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) among children and youth in the state.
Key Provisions:
- Requires the Department of Health to develop and implement a comprehensive screening and assessment program for ACEs.
- Mandates the integration of ACEs screening into routine healthcare visits for children and adolescents.
- Calls for the establishment of referral and support services to address the identified ACEs and their impacts.
- Directs the collection and analysis of data on the prevalence of ACEs and the effectiveness of the screening and intervention programs.
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would impact children and youth in the state by providing them with early identification and access to support services for adverse childhood experiences. It would also affect healthcare providers and the Department of Health in implementing the screening and assessment program.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the House Finance committee for further consideration.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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