Researcher: JO Page 1 4/4/23
OLR Bill Analysis
SB 1065
AN ACT CONCERNING THE DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENTAL
SERVICES' RECOMMENDATIONS REGARDING VARIOUS
TECHNICAL REVISIONS TO DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
STATUTES.
SUMMARY
This bill makes various minor and technical changes to Department
of Developmental Services (DDS)-related statutes.
The bill updates terminology by replacing references to the DDS
“ombudsman” with “ombudsperson.” It also removes obsolete
language on ombudsperson vacancies.
Additionally, the bill conforms to existing practice by reflecting that
certain types of residential programs are certified, rather than licensed,
by DDS. (In practice, this applies to “continuous residential supports,”
a shared living arrangement for up to three people with available staff
support.)
Lastly, it removes obsolete language on DDS day care programs and
makes related technical changes.
EFFECTIVE DATE: Upon passage
COMMITTEE ACTION
Public Health Committee
Joint Favorable
Yea 37 Nay 0 (03/20/2023)