SB 6001-S - DIGEST

(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE)

     Requires the department to contract for delivery of services for at least two but not more than three models of alternative response systems.  The services shall be reasonably available throughout the state but need not be sited in every county in the state.  The systems shall be in at least two locations in each of the department's administrative regions.

     Provides that a court may order a parent or family to participate in the services offered by an alternative response system only when the department recommends such disposition and the services are readily available.