HB3718

Illinois HB3718 amends the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Code to modify investigations of employees accused of abuse or neglect.

Illinois HB3718 amends the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Code to modify investigations of employees accused of abuse or neglect. The bill specifies that if an initial investigation indicates credible evidence of serious offenses like physical abuse, sexual abuse, or financial exploitation, the employee must be barred from contact with recipients. The bill also outlines steps for handling employees accused of lesser offenses like neglect or minor financial exploitation. The changes aim to ensure appropriate actions are taken during investigations.