Expands responsibilities of Child Advocacy Center-Multidisciplinary Team Advisory Board and establishes "Problematic Sexual Behavior Program"; appropriates $8.5 million.
Impact
The bill broadens the capacity of existing child advocacy centers across the state by increasing the board's membership and amending various provisions of P.L.2017, c.90. This allows for enhanced oversight and a structured response to cases of problematic sexual behavior, ensuring that youth receive appropriate treatment and support services. By coordinating efforts across different agencies, including mental health providers and social services, the bill aims to mitigate the impact of such behavior not only on the youth involved but also on their families and the community at large.
Summary
Assembly Bill A5682 expands the responsibilities of the Child Advocacy Center-Multidisciplinary Team Advisory Board and establishes the Problematic Sexual Behavior Program. This program is designed to address the medical and mental health needs of youth who engage in or are impacted by problematic sexual behavior. The bill appropriates $8.5 million from the General Fund to support these initiatives, which includes the establishment of the Child Treatment Assistance Fund targeting both treatment and prevention efforts related to problematic sexual behavior among youth.
Contention
Potential points of contention surrounding A5682 may stem from the focus on problematic sexual behavior and the implications of such designations on youth individuals. Concerns may arise regarding stigmatization, privacy, and the interpretation of what constitutes 'problematic behavior.' Furthermore, the bill's funding allocation and the projected outcomes may elicit debate over the effectiveness of the proposed measures, particularly among advocacy groups focused on children's rights and mental health.
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Expands responsibilities of Child Advocacy Center-Multidisciplinary Team Advisory Board and establishes "Problematic Sexual Behavior Program"; appropriates $8.5 million.
Expands responsibilities of Child Advocacy Center-Multidisciplinary Team Advisory Board and establishes "Problematic Sexual Behavior Program"; appropriates $8.5 million.
Revises definition of child abuse or neglect to include additional perpetrators; establishes requirements concerning provision of services to children who engage in problematic sexual behaviors.
Revises definition of child abuse or neglect to include additional perpetrators; establishes requirements concerning provision of services to children who engage in problematic sexual behaviors.
Expands responsibilities of Child Advocacy Center-Multidisciplinary Team Advisory Board and establishes "Problematic Sexual Behavior Program"; appropriates $8.5 million.
Revises definition of child abuse or neglect to include additional perpetrators; establishes requirements concerning provision of services to children who engage in problematic sexual behaviors.
Revises definition of child abuse or neglect to include additional perpetrators; establishes requirements concerning provision of services to children who engage in problematic sexual behaviors.