SENATE BILL REPORT

                            HB 1677

                     AS OF MARCH 23, 1993

Brief Description:  Developing chemical dependency services for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence.

SPONSORS: Representatives Brown, Karahalios, Wolfe, Thibaudeau, Campbell, Flemming, Jones, King, Holm, J. Kohl, H. Myers and Anderson

HOUSE COMMITTEE ON HUMAN SERVICES

SENATE COMMITTEE ON HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

Staff:  Richard Rodger (786‑7461)

Hearing Dates: April 2, 1992

BACKGROUND:

Individuals who have been sexually assaulted or experienced domestic violence are at greater risk of abusing alcohol or drugs.  Treatment programs for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence do not have ongoing training programs for staff and volunteers on the identification of and referral for substance abuse problems.

SUMMARY:

The Department of Social and Health Services will develop a curriculum for chemical dependency counselors, volunteers and staff of sexual assault and domestic violence programs.  The curriculum will be used at two training sites and will be evaluated by the department by January 1, 1995.

Appropriation:  none

Revenue:  none

Fiscal Note:  available