An act relating to civil commitment procedures at a secure residential recovery facility and a psychiatric residential treatment facility for youth and civil commitment procedures for individuals with an intellectual disability

This bill updates civil commitment procedures for individuals with mental health conditions and intellectual disabilities, allowing treatment at secure residential recovery facilities and psychiatric residential treatment facilities for youth regardless of prior hospitalization. It changes the initial commitment period from an indeterminate time to 90 days, grants victims the right to submit impact statements to courts, and adds new licensing requirements for youth psychiatric facilities including nonprofit status, medical oversight, and safety standards. The legislation also expands reporting requirements for adverse events, ensures residents receive dignity and respect protections, and clarifies court procedures for involuntary treatment placements and reviews. Additionally, it creates alternative community-based residence options for individuals with intellectual disabilities who have been found incompetent to stand trial or not guilty by reason of insanity and require secure care.