Children; detention; fee amount; effective date.
What changed between versions
Added specific reimbursement rates for juvenile transportation services including personal services at $17-$32 per hour, mileage reimbursement, and meal allowances of up to $10 per meal for both personnel and juveniles.
Added requirement that private transportation contractors must demonstrate ability to obtain insurance or self-insurance to indemnify the Office of Juvenile Affairs against lawsuits.
Added requirement that private management contracts for detention facilities must demonstrate contractor qualifications, financial stability, and insurance capabilities before approval.
Added provision that contracts with federally recognized tribes become effective only upon board of county commissioners approval.
Modified reimbursement processing timeline to require claims be processed and mailed within 60 days of receipt.
Added new operational options for county commissioners to operate detention facilities through juvenile bureaus, hired managers, or contracts with public agencies, private agencies, tribes, or trust authorities.
