An Act relating to the rights of minors undergoing evaluation or inpatient treatment at psychiatric hospitals; relating to the use of seclusion or restraint of minors at psychiatric hospitals; relating to a report published by the Department of Health; relating to inspections by the Department of Health of certain psychiatric hospitals; and providing for an effective date.

Summary

The bill gives children in psychiatric hospitals the right to a weekly confidential call or video chat with a parent or guardian. It also forces hospitals to report every use of seclusion or restraint, and requires the Department of Health to inspect facilities twice a year. The goal is to increase oversight and protect vulnerable youths.

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