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in committee · Virginia · House of Delegates Jan 26, 2017

HJ 675: Joint Commission on Health Care to study creation of registry of cases of abuse or neglect.

Directs the Joint Commission on Health Care (JCHC) to study creation of a registry of cases of abuse or neglect of an individual receiving services through the Building Independence, Family and Individual Supports, or Community Living waiver program by a service provider. In conducting its study, the JCHC shall (i) determine the scope of the proposed registry of cases of abuse or neglect of an individual receiving services through the Building Independence, Family and Individual Supports, or Community Living waiver program by a service provider, including the types of cases that should be included; (ii) identify the statutory, regulatory, and policy changes that may be required for the establishment and operation of such a registry by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services or other appropriate entity; (iii) determine the cost of establishment and operation of such registry; and (iv) make such other recommendations to the establishment and operation of such registry as may be appropriate.
R. Steven Landes (R)
in committee · Virginia · House of Delegates Jan 26, 2017

HJ 678: Study; directing the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission to study teaching profession.

Directs the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission (JLARC) to study the teaching profession in Virginia. In conducting its study, JLARC shall (i) evaluate all areas of teacher preparation programs in Virginia, including entry level positions, licensing and certifications, master teachers, school counselors, and administrators; (ii) identify the reasons teachers leave the profession; (iii) review the Department of Education's recent report to the General Assembly concerning teacher shortage disciplines for the 2016-2017 school year and project the shortage rates by subject areas for the next five years; (iv) determine whether disparities exist in compensation and benefits, work environment, turnover, and attrition by region of the Commonwealth and rank the regions where disparities and shortages are poorer; (v) compare the compensation, work environment, turnover, and attrition in Virginia with that of other states; (vi) evaluate current and innovative policies and programs that may contribute to improved student academic achievement and a strong teacher workforce implemented in Virginia and other states; and (vii) consider other issues and make recommendations that JLARC determines necessary for a thorough and comprehensive assessment of the teaching profession in the Commonwealth. JLARC must report its findings to the Governor and the 2018 Session of the General Assembly.
Eileen Filler-Corn (D) · 2 co-sponsors
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