INVOLUNTARY COMMITMENT ISSUES STUDY – States findings of the Legislature and authorizes the Legislative Council to appoint a committee to undertake and complete a study of issues relating to the involuntary commitment of certain persons.

HCR 13 is a procedural resolution authorizing a study of Idaho’s involuntary commitment laws. It directs the Legislative Council to appoint a committee to review how the state handles the custody, care, and treatment of people with mental illnesses, neurocognitive disorders, or traumatic brain injuries under existing laws (Idaho Code Titles 18, 56, and 66). The committee will gather input from experts like medical providers and health officials, but cannot make policy changes itself. Its report will recommend potential updates to these laws for the next legislative session. This resolution does not change current law but sets up a formal review process.