SB 0085 Requires certain facilities for children to show proof of accreditation and compliance with safety standards
Sponsor:Dougherty
LR Number:0435S.01I Fiscal Note:0435-01
Committee:Aging, Families, Mental & Public Health
Last Action:04/23/03 - Hearing Conducted S Aging, Families & Mental & Public Journal page:
Health Committee
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Effective Date:August 28, 2003
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SB 85 - This act requires certain facilities for children to show proof of accreditation and compliance with safety standards. Currently, Section 210.516, RSMo, requires licensure of all residential care facilities, foster homes, and child placing agencies, but exempts other facilities, such as those run by religious organizations.

This act requires religious license-exempt facilities to be accredited either by a nationally recognized organization or by an organization incorporated in Missouri with bylaws and rules adhered to by other facilities. Religious license-exempt facilities must be registered with the Department of Health and Senior Services and comply with sanitation and fire standards established by the state.

This act is similar to SB 724 (2002).
LORIE TOWE