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Pennsylvania Statutes Title 50 P.S. Mental Health § 8003. Public hearing

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a) Requirement.--Within 30 days after a closure announcement or reduction the department must hold a public hearing in the county where the facility is located. In the case of a closure, the hearing shall be held within 30 days after the department announces a decision to close a facility. In the case of a reduction, the hearing shall be held within 30 days after the resident/patient census or staff reduction of 20% has occurred. Nothing in this act shall require the department to hold additional hearings regarding further reductions at the same facility.

(b) Subjects.--The hearing under subsection (a) must consider each of the following subjects which is relevant to the closure or reduction:

(1) Estimated timelines for the implementation of the closure or reduction.

(2) Types and array of available services for individuals with disabilities and their families.

(3) Rights of individuals with disabilities and their families.

(4) Process used to develop a community living plan.

(5) Individual and community monitoring and safeguards to protect health and safety.

(6) Responsibilities of State and local government.

(7) Process used to transfer ownership or reuse property.

(8) Other issues identified by the department which may affect individuals with disabilities and their families, employees and the community.

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