An Act ensuring the appropriate and timely payment and residential service placement for children deemed to be a safety risk

This bill requires public schools to include 24/7 residential treatment or out-of-school district placements in a student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) within 10 days if a mental health facility deems the child eligible. It mandates that parents or guardians have the final say in selecting the specific placement for their child and directs state departments to coordinate funding to ensure these placements occur within 30 days. Additionally, the legislation establishes a special commission to investigate payment delays and recommend reforms to improve the efficiency of funding and placement processes for children with developmental disabilities.