Involuntary commitment for addiction treatment.
Summary
Establishes a proceeding for the commitment of an individual who suffers from substance abuse. Provides that the petitioner must agree to pay the cost of the respondent's commitment. Establishes requirements before the court may issue an order for commitment. Allows the court to order the respondent to receive treatment and to appear at an evaluation.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2023
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 17, 2023
Last action Jan 17, 2023
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1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Cindy Ledbetter
RRepublican
Co
Greg Steuerwald
RRepublican
Co
RP
Reneé Pack
DDemocratic
Co
Steve Bartels
RRepublican
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