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CA SB 1353

Title: Youth Bill of Rights.
Author: Aisha Wahab

Summary
SB 1353, as introduced, Wahab. Youth Bill of Rights. Existing law establishes the Youth Bill of Rights for all youth confined in a juvenile facility, which includes the right to live in a safe, healthy, and clean environment conducive to treatment and rehabilitation, to contact attorneys, ombudspersons, and other advocates regarding conditions of confinement or violations of rights, and to receive a quality education.This bill would add to the Youth Bill of Rights the right to not be deprived of mental health resources, including daily access to counselors, therapists, mentors, or any related services necessary for mental well-being, rehabilitation, and the promotion of positive youth development while detained in a juvenile facility.

Status
In Assembly. Read first time. Held at Desk.

Bill Documents
CA SB 1353 - 02/16/24 - Introduced
02/16/24 - CA SB 1353 (02/16/24 - Introduced)


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