Establishes statewide standards for sexual assault and domestic violence service providers in Massachusetts.
The bill creates a permanent commission to study and recommend uniform minimum service standards for sexual assault and domestic violence service providers. These standards include training, policies, and continuous quality improvements. To receive state funds, providers must adhere to these standards. The commission will report recommendations to the executive office of health and human services and the general court. The commission will also review compliance and publish an annual report. Providers violating standards must complete improvement or corrective action plans.
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