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Federal - US
November 11, 2022 Elementary Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER III) Fund
Learn how CPI training aligns with ESSER III funding requirements and identify ways to use the funding for our programs.
Maryland
June 01, 2022 Maryland S.B. 705: New Requirements for the Use of Restraints on Students
An overview of Maryland Senate Bill 705 regarding the use the physical restraints of students of public agencies and nonpublic schools and how CPI training aligns with the proposed requirements.
Federal - US
December 15, 2021 The US Department of Education: Restraint and Seclusion Resource Document
Learn how CPI aligns with the 15 principles outlined in the Department of Education’s Restraint and Seclusion Resource Document and how training can help school organizations move toward safer environments.
Nebraska
November 09, 2021 Nebraska Emergency Safety Interventions: Community-Based Services for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
Learn how CPI aligns with Nebraska Emergency Safety Interventions Title 404: Community-Based Services for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities.
Oregon
November 04, 2021 Oregon Bill 710: New Requirements for the Use of Restraints
Learn how CPI aligns with Oregon Bill 710 and how training can help facilities in the state of Oregon comply with the training and documentation requirements within this law.
Rhode Island
September 17, 2021 Rhode Island Senate Bill No. 55: Hospital Workplace Violence Prevention Act
Learn how CPI aligns with the 2021 Rhode Island Senate Bill No. 55 and how training can help medical facilities in the state of Rhode Island comply with the training and documentation requirements within this law.
Missouri
September 15, 2021 Missouri H.B. 432: New Requirements for the Use of Restraints on Students
Learn how CPI aligns with Missouri H.B. 432 and how training can help school organizations in the state of Missouri comply with the new requirements regarding the use of restraint.
Florida
September 14, 2021 Florida House Bill 149: New Requirements for the Use of Restraints on Students with Disabilities in Public Schools
Learn how CPI aligns with Florida House Bill 149 and how training can help school organizations in the state of Florida comply with the new requirements regarding the use of restraint.
Oklahoma
September 13, 2021 Oklahoma Regulation OK ADC 210:15-13-9: New Requirements for the Use of Restraints in Public Schools
Learn how CPI aligns with Oklahoma Regulation OK ADC 210:15-13-9 involving the use of restraints in public schools and how CPI training can help schools in Oklahoma meet these new requirements.
Ohio
September 10, 2021 Ohio Regulation OH ADC 3301-35-15: New Requirements for the Use of Restraints on Students
Learn how CPI aligns with Ohio Regulation 3301-35-15 involving standards for the implementation of positive behavior intervention supports and the use of restraint and seclusion on students.
Kansas
September 09, 2021 Kansas State Department of Education’s Emergency Safety Interventions Regulation
Learn how CPI aligns with the new standards for use of emergency safety interventions as provided in K.A.R. 91-42-2 and how training can help school organizations in the state of Kansas meet the new requirements.
Arkansas
September 08, 2021 Arkansas Laws Act 1084: New Requirements for the Use of Restraints in Schools
Learn how CPI aligns with Arkansas Laws Act 1084 and how training can help school organizations in the state of Arkansas comply with the new requirements regarding the use of restraint.
Federal - US
May 10, 2021 The Joint Commission Comprehensive Accreditation Manual for Hospitals
Alignment to Crisis Prevention Institute, Inc. (CPI) training programs
District of Columbia
February 15, 2021 D.C. Adds New Dementia Training Requirements for Direct Care Workers
D.C. Adds New Dementia Training Requirements for Direct Care Workers
Iowa
February 15, 2021 Iowa Restraint and Seclusion Regulations in Schools
Iowa Restraint and Seclusion Regulations in Schools
New Hampshire
May 26, 2020 Dementia Care Requirement Changes for NH Residential Care and Community-Based Facilities
Are you complying with NH House Bill 4, requiring residential care and community-based facilities provide dementia care training to all direct care staff?
Wisconsin
April 23, 2020 WI SB 527: Requirement Changes for Seclusion and Physical Restraint in Schools
Are you complying with Wisconsin Senate Bill 527, that changed requirements for the use of seclusion and physical restraint in schools, effective March 30, 2020?
Colorado
February 07, 2020 Colorado Regulation Rewriting Existing Chapter of Standards for Hospitals and Health Facilities 6 CCR 1011-1 Chapter 2
On January 14, 2020, the state of Colorado put into effect revisions to the existing regulations in the Chapter of Standards for Hospitals and Health Facilities under section 6 CRR 1011-1 Chapter 2. Revisions pertain to the addition of restrictions on the use of restraint and seclusion as applied in these facilities.
Illinois
December 13, 2019 Illinois Emergency Regulation Section 1.285—Effective December 3, 2019
Illinois Emergency Regulation Section 1.285: Requirements for the Use of Isolated Time Out and Physical Restraint — Effective December 3, 2019
Oregon
August 14, 2019 Oregon SB 963 – Relating to Allowed and Prohibited Use of Restraint of Students
Oregon SB 963, adopted and passed into law on 6/6/19, modifies allowed and prohibited uses of restraint of students by public education programs.
Texas
August 14, 2019 Texas SB 712 – Prohibiting the Use of Certain Aversive Techniques on Students Enrolled in Public Schools
Texas SB 712, prohibiting the use of certain aversive techniques—those which are intended to reduce the likelihood of a behavior reoccurring by intentionally inflicting significant physical or emotional discomfort or pain—on students enrolled in public schools, was adopted and passed into law on 6/10/19.
Nevada
August 12, 2019 Nevada AB 348 – Requiring Workplace Violence Training in Healthcare Settings
Nevada AB 348, passed into law on June 13, 2019, relates to occupational safety and health and requires certain medical facilities to develop and carry out a plan for the prevention of workplace violence including staff training and the reporting of workplace violence incidents to the Division of Industrial Relations of the Department of Business and Industry.
Oklahoma
August 08, 2019 Oklahoma SB 280 – Requiring Alzheimer’s/Dementia Training in Nursing Facilities
Oklahoma SB 280, passed into law on 5/28/19, mandates that a portion of funds collected in the assessment of the Nursing Facilities Quality of Care Fee will be used to ensure that by January 1, 2020 all clinical employees working in a licensed nursing facility shall be required to receive at least four (4) hours annually of Alzheimer’s or dementia training, to be provided and paid for by the facilities.
Minnesota
August 07, 2019 Minnesota SF 8 – Public Safety Bill Appropriates $100K Per Year for De-Escalation Training
Minnesota SF 8, appropriating $100,000 for each year for training state and local community safety personnel in the use of crisis de-escalation techniques, was adopted and passed into law on 5/30/19.
Illinois
August 05, 2019 Illinois 77 Administrative Code 973 – Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Services Act
Illinois 77 Administrative Code 973, adopted and passed into law on 6/7/19, mandates staff with direct access to clients with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia hired after June 2, 2019 shall complete a minimum of 6 hours of initial training in the first 60 days of employment using an Alzheimer's disease and related dementias services curriculum.
Washington
July 12, 2019 Washington HB 1931 – Concerning Workplace Violence in Health Care Settings
Washington HB 1931, concerning workplace violence in health care settings, was adopted and signed into law by the governor on May 21, 2019 and becomes effective on January 1, 2020. The pre-existing statute holds that each health care setting shall provide violence prevention training to all applicable employees. The bill expands upon this by holding that in addition to employees, volunteers and contracted security personal must now also receive training.
Nebraska
May 31, 2019 Nebraska LB 390 – Requiring Conflict De-Escalation Training for School Resource Officers and Security Guards
Nebraska LB 390, requiring conflict de-escalation training for school resource officers and security guards, was adopted and passed into law on 4/24/19.
Connecticut
December 20, 2018 Connecticut SB 183 – Concerning Policies Regarding Restraint and Seclusion in Schools
Connecticut SB 183, concerning policies and procedures regarding restraint and seclusion in schools, became effective on May 24, 2018.
Ohio
December 17, 2018 Ohio HB 318 – Concerning the Qualifications and Duties of School Resource Officers
Ohio House Bill 318, concerning the qualifications and duties of school resource officers, became effective on November 2, 2018.
California
November 21, 2018 California AB 2657 – Concerning the Use of Restraint and Seclusion in Schools
New Mexico
July 05, 2018 New Mexico Statute 22-5-4.12 – Concerning the Use of Restraint and Seclusion in Schools
New Mexico Statute § 22-5-4.12, concerning the use of restraint and seclusion in schools, became effective on June 16, 2017.
South Dakota
June 13, 2018 South Dakota SB 46 – Requiring School Districts to Adopt Policies Limiting Restraint and Seclusion
SD SB46, an Act requiring South Dakota schools to adopt a policy limiting the use of restraint and seclusion, was passed into law on March 26, 2018.
Michigan
July 06, 2017 Michigan HB 5417 Limits Restraint and Seclusion in Schools to Emergency Situations
Michigan HB 5417 limits restraint and seclusion to emergencies for the safety of the pupil or another, and requires training in the safe use of same.
Mississippi
May 24, 2017 Mississippi Rule 38.13, Regarding Restraint and Seclusion in Schools
Mississippi Rule 38.13 requires restraint use as a last resort and requires all staff to be trained in proper use of same if the school district permits it.
Kentucky
May 24, 2017 Kentucky Law to Require Dementia Training for Nurse Aides
Kentucky HB 106 calls for dementia-specific training for nurse aides in long-term care facilities upon orientation and five hours annually thereafter.
California
January 23, 2017 How to Comply With Cal-OSHA’s Regulations
Here’s how to implement prevention strategies and personal safety techniques that work.
California
September 26, 2016 California SB 1143, Restrictive Options in Juvenile Facilities
California SB 1143 mandates that room confinement not be used at juvenile facilities, unless less restrictive options have been attempted and exhausted.
North Carolina
September 15, 2016 North Carolina 12 NAC 9B, Mandating Training for Juvenile Court Counselors
This regulation mandates restraint and defense training for juvenile court counselors, chief court counselors, and juvenile justice officers.
Kansas
September 01, 2016 Kansas SB 193, Regarding Restraint Use in Schools
KS SB 193, along with the Emergency Safety Intervention regulations in the Kansas register, constitute laws around restraint and seclusion.
Federal - US
August 08, 2016 US SB 3031 - Stop Child Abuse in Residential Programs for Teens Act of 2016
This bill would require certain standards and enforcement provisions to prevent child abuse and neglect in residential programs.
Rhode Island
August 08, 2016 Rhode Island Legislation HB 7154, Freedom From Prone Restraint Act
This bill prohibits the use of prone restraint regardless of scenario and applies to any facility that provides support or care.
California
August 04, 2016 California AB 1570, Requiring Training for Staff at Residential Care Facilities
California’s AB 1570 requires staff members to receive six hours of dementia care training before working independently with residents.
Federal - US
June 24, 2016 Federal Bill HR 5221: Preventing Tragedies Between Police and Communities Act
The Preventing Tragedies Between Police and Communities Act of 2016 would require law enforcement to be trained in de-escalation techniques.
Minnesota
May 27, 2016 Minnesota HB 3813 to Appropriate $2.75M for PBIS
Minnesota HB 3813 provide a one-time appropriation of $2.75M for implementation of schoolwide PBIS in schools and districts throughout Minnesota.
Delaware
May 20, 2016 Delaware Regulation 4468 Mandates Dementia-Specific Training for Hospice Services
Delaware Regulation 4468 requires hospice facilities to provide training that considers the psychological, social, and physical needs of those with dementia
Massachusetts
May 20, 2016 Massachusetts SB 1313 to Require Implementation of Violence Prevention Plan
Massachusetts legislation SB 1313 requires health care facilities to perform a risk assessment and implement a program to minimize workplace violence.
Minnesota
May 19, 2016 Minnesota SF 2753 to Require Mental Health Crisis Training for Peace Officers
This law would require the Peace Officer Standards and Training Board to create a list of approved training courses for responding to mental health crises.
Vermont
April 27, 2016 Vermont HB 74 Requires Written Workplace Violence Prevention Policy
HB 74 would require the state's Agency of Human Services to establish a written workplace violence prevention and crisis response policy.
Idaho
April 27, 2016 Idaho HB 514 Establishes the School Safety and Security Advisory Board
Idaho HB 514 establishes the Idaho School Safety and Security Advisory Board to develop and annually review and modify school safety and security guidelines
Colorado
April 22, 2016 Colorado HB 1328, Prohibiting Restraint & Seclusion for Specific Purposes
This law prohibits use of restraint and seclusion on detained individuals as part of a treatment plan, or for protection, except in the case of emergency.
Nebraska
April 12, 2016 Nebraska LB 698, Requiring Memory Care Endorsement for Assisted Living Facilities
Nebraska LB 698 requires a memory care endorsement from the Nebraska DHHS for assisted living facilities to self-identify as memory care facilities.
New Jersey
April 06, 2016 New Jersey SB 2960, Requiring Training for Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregivers
New Jersey SB 2960, passed on January 19, 2016, requires comprehensive training in the specialized care of patients with Alzheimer's/dementia.
Oklahoma
March 24, 2016 Oklahoma Legislation HB 3127 to Prohibit Restraint of Students With Disabilities
Pending Oklahoma HB 3127 prohibits restraint and seclusion of students with disabilities except as a last resort in emergency situations.
South Dakota
March 16, 2016 South Dakota Rules DOE Title 24 to Prohibit Restraint and Seclusion
New rules prohibiting restraint and seclusion in South Dakota schools under DOE Title 24 were considered at a Board of Education hearing for adoption.
Wisconsin
March 16, 2016 WI Legislation AB 785 Specifies Creation of DHS Certification for Dementia Specialists
Pending WI legislation AB 785 creates a dementia specialist certification program.
Hawaii
March 09, 2016 Hawaii Legislation HB 1876 To Require Training for Dementia Caregivers
Pending Hawaii legislation HB 1876 requires an expansion of dementia training for caregivers.
West Virginia
March 07, 2016 Pending WV SB 486 to Require Behavioral Health Services to Provide Nonphysical Intervention Training
The bill would require behavioral health services to provide training for staff in the use of nonphysical intervention skills.
New Mexico
March 04, 2016 Pending New Mexico Legislation HB 190 Prohibits Restraint and Seclusion in Schools Except in Emergency Situations
HB 190 mandates restraint and seclusion may be used in an emergency only to the extent necessary to protect a student or another from serious physical harm.
Massachusetts
March 01, 2016 Pending Massachusetts Legislation HB 1687, Requiring Risk Assessment by Health Care Employers
Massachusetts HB 1687 requires all health care employers to start a risk assessment of factors that may put their employees at risk of workplace assault.
Rhode Island
February 19, 2016 Pending Rhode Island Legislation HB 7154, “Freedom From Prone Restraint Act”
Pending Rhode Island HB 7154, the "Freedom From Prone Restraint Act," applies to any facility that provides support or care, residential support, education, healthcare, treatment, or direct supervision and prohibits the use of prone restraint regardless of scenario.
Kansas
February 19, 2016 Pending Kansas Legislation HB 2534, Prohibiting Restraints and Requiring Training in Schools
Pending Kansas HB 2534 would prohibit many types of restraint and require schools to train staff in emergency safety interventions.
New Jersey
February 16, 2016 Pending New Jersey Legislation SB 1163 Limits Restraint and Seclusion in Private Schools
NJ SB 1163 requires that a physician approve prone restraints, staff be trained in safe restraint techniques, and guardians be notified within 24 hours.
New Jersey
February 16, 2016 Pending New Jersey Legislation SB 378 Specifies Training Programs for Dementia Care
New Jersey SB 378 specifies requirements for training programs for homemaker-home health aide education as it relates to care of patients with dementia.
Washington
February 10, 2016 WAC 388-865-0900 to 0970, Containing New Rules Related to Restraint & Seclusion for Health Care Facilities
This Washington legislation contains new rules related to restraint and seclusion for health care facilities.
Washington
February 03, 2016 WAC 392, Containing Restraint & Seclusion Rule Changes to Washington HB 1240
Washington Administrative Code 392 contains proposed rule changes related to restraint and seclusion included in Washington HB 1240.
Minnesota
January 14, 2016 Minnesota HF 2402, Requiring Alzheimer’s/Dementia Care Staff Training
Minnesota HF 2402 requires dementia care training for staff in Alzheimer's/disease, communication skills, and problem solving challenging behaviors.
California
December 16, 2015 Promoting Workplace Violence Prevention in California Hospitals
Here is the public comment letter we wrote to OSHA to share our subject matter expertise on workplace violence prevention policies in health care.
Washington
November 09, 2015 Advocating to Prevent Restraint in Washington Schools
To help staff and students be safer, CPI shares best practice recommendations for policymakers to create guidelines for reducing restraint in schools.
British Columbia
October 26, 2015 British Columbia Ministry of Education Adopts Seclusion and Restraint, PBIS Guidelines
British Columbia Ministry of Education adopted new guidelines for seclusion and restraint and PBIS procedures applicable to independent and public schools.
Minnesota
October 01, 2015 Amendment to Minnesota ADC 9544.0090, Requiring De-Escalation and Restraint Training
Minnesota’s new amendment calls for de-escalation and restraint training for workers who serve persons with a disability or persons age 65 or older.
California
September 24, 2015 California Allocates Funding for School Safety Training Pilot Program
California AB 104 allocates $10M to a county office of education for implementation of instruction, interventions, and academic and behavioral supports.
Illinois
September 18, 2015 Illinois HB 1360, Requiring Training in Restraint for Charter Schools
Illinois HB 1360 applies seclusion and restraint requirements in the Illinois health and safety code for public schools to charter schools.
Utah
September 17, 2015 Adopted Utah Education Regulations Call for Crisis Intervention Training
Regulation ADC R277-609 requires ongoing school personnel training in crisis prevention and the prohibition of physical, mechanical, and chemical restraint.
Texas
August 11, 2015 Texas HB 2588, Relating to Disclosure Statements on Admission of New Alzheimer’s/Dementia Patients
Texas HB 2588 requires institutions that promote services to residents with Alzheimer’s/dementia to file a disclosure statement on admission of new patients
Texas
August 07, 2015 Texas HB 2789, Requiring the Department of Aging and Disability Services to Adopt Trauma-Informed Care Training
The Department of Aging and Disability Services must train employees who work with individuals with developmental disabilities in trauma-informed care.
Texas
August 06, 2015 Texas HB 2684, Requiring School Resource Officers to Complete De-Escalation and Restraint Training
Texas HB 2684 requires school resource officers in districts with over 30,000 pupils to complete PBIS, de-escalation, and restraint reduction training.
Texas
August 05, 2015 Texas HB 2372, Requiring Training for Texas Juvenile Corrections Officers
Texas HB 2372 requires the Texas Juvenile Justice Department to provide 240 hours of competency-based training to all juvenile corrections officers.
Kansas
August 03, 2015 Kansas HB 2170, the Freedom From Unsafe Restraint and Seclusion Act
Kansas HB 2170, known as the Freedom From Unsafe Restraint and Seclusion Act, was signed into law on May 27, 2015.
Texas
July 17, 2015 Texas SB 507, Mandating Cameras in Special Education Classrooms
Texas SB 507, mandating cameras in special education classrooms, was signed into law and takes effect at the beginning of the 2015–2016 school year.
Connecticut
July 10, 2015 Connecticut SB 927, Public Act No. 15-141, Concerning Seclusion and Restraint in Schools
Connecticut SB 927, including Public Act No. 15-141, concerning seclusion and restraint in schools, was signed by the governor on June 23, 2015.
Arizona
July 01, 2015 Arizona SB 1459, Relating To the Restraint and Seclusion of Public and Private School Pupils
Arizona SB 1459 adds Section 15-105, relating to the restraint and seclusion of public and private school pupils.
Washington
June 30, 2015 New Law to Reduce Restraint in Washington Schools
Washington HB 1240, concerning restraint and seclusion in public schools, amends the previous law to include all students as well as those with IEPs.
Federal - US
April 23, 2015 Why CPI Supports the Keeping All Students Safe Act
What does a federal bill on restraint and seclusion mean for you, or your students, or your family? Will it help or hinder kids and teachers?
Virginia
April 21, 2015 Virginia HB 1443/SB 782 Regulate Restraint and Seclusion in Schools
Virginia HB 1443 and SB 782 require the Board of Education to adopt regulations on the use of restraint in public elementary and secondary schools.
New York
February 02, 2015 School Bus Safety Drives New New York Legislation AB823
NY AB823 is an Act meant to ensure that school bus drivers and attendants are properly trained in techniques to prevent bullying and harassment.
Massachusetts
January 23, 2015 Amendments to Massachusetts Physical Restraint Regulations 603 CMR 46.00
These amendments include further restrictions on restraints and more thorough training requirements for staff.
Illinois
January 06, 2015 Crisis Prevention Training for Staff in Specialized Mental Health Rehabilitation Facilities in the State of Illinois – Title 77, Part 380
This Illinois regulation requires new employees in specialized mental health rehabilitation facilities be trained in crisis prevention and TIC.
New York
November 20, 2014 OMH Regulations for NY Mental Health Facilities
The New York State Office of Mental Health has adopted regulations to improve care and reduce the risk of danger to staff and patients.
Minnesota
November 05, 2014 Minnesota Chapter 245D, Home and Community-Based Services Standards
A rule concerning protection standards and the emergency use of manual restraints for persons with disabilities and in home and community-based facilities.
California
October 21, 2014 California’s Memory Care Training Requirements
California’s AB 1570 requires staff who assist residents with personal activities of daily living at residential care facilities to receive training.
California
October 09, 2014 Violence Prevention Training for Hospital Staff in California: SB 1299
This bill requires the Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board to adopt standards requiring hospitals to adopt a workplace violence prevention plans.
Missouri
October 01, 2014 Updated Seclusion and Restraint Rules for Missouri
Two important changes to Missouri regulations that govern the use of restraint and seclusion for employees, contractors, and clients took effect.
New Hampshire
August 15, 2014 Restraint Reduction Training for Staff in New Hampshire: SB 396
New Hampshire's Senate Bill 396 limits the use of child restraint practices in facilities and schools and regulates the use of seclusion and restraint.
Minnesota
August 13, 2014 Minnesota's Memory Care Training Requirements
Minnesota's HF2402 requires staff training in Alzheimer's disease and related disorders to improve communication and problem solving skills.
Hawaii
July 25, 2014 Restraint and Seclusion in Hawaii Schools: HB 1796
Hawaii’s law requires annual conflict prevention training for school staff including evidence-based techniques.
Alaska
July 25, 2014 Restraint in Alaskan Schools: HB 210
Alaska’s law requires crisis intervention training for school staff, including evidence-based techniques to prevent restraint.
Ontario
July 23, 2014 Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Regulation
Health and safety awareness training is required for all employees in Ontario. CPI Verbal Intervention™ training can help!
Federal - US
July 22, 2014 Corporal Punishment in Schools: Federal Bill 5005
Federal Bill 5005, the Ending the Use of Corporal Punishment in Schools Act, is designed to ensure the safety of all students and school personnel.
Connecticut
June 25, 2014 Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Training in Connecticut: Bill 179
Bill 179 requires staff to receive training in Alzheimer's disease and dementia symptoms and care.
Iowa
June 25, 2014 Dementia Care Classification and Training in Iowa: ADC 481
ADC 481 requires memory care specialization approval and training for residential care facilities that care for residents who have dementia.
Virginia
April 22, 2014 Virginia's Law for Reducing Restraint in Schools
House Bill 1106 ensures that schools equip staff with skills to handle violent student behavior safely.
Texas
April 21, 2014 Texas 25 TAC 417.47: Training Requirements for State Hospitals
State hospitals in Texas are required to provide staff training in preventing and managing aggressive and violent behavior.
North Dakota
April 18, 2014 North Dakota ADC 75: Training for Residential Treatment Facility Staff
Residential treatment facilities in North Dakota are required to provide staff training in crisis prevention, intervention, and restraint reduction.
Vermont
March 13, 2014 New VT Bill to Protect People in Mental Health Crisis
Vermont Senate Bill 309 is intended to protect people in mental health crisis when emergency procedures are required.
Massachusetts
March 13, 2014 Massachusetts 105 CMR 150: Dementia Training for LTC Staff
Long-term care facilities and Dementia Special Care Units are required to provide dementia care training to help staff better serve residents with dementia.
Mississippi
March 12, 2014 Mississippi's Student Safety Act
Mississippi's Board of Education is to publicize regulations establishing standards for using restraint and seclusion in schools.
Minnesota
March 05, 2014 Minnesota's Dementia Training Act
This bill lists Dementia Capable Care training as an approved program for training staff in helping people with dementia experience better quality of life.
Kansas
August 30, 2013 Kansas: Emergency Safety Interventions K.A.R. 91-42-1 and K.A.R. 91-42-2
Kansas's ESI regulations require school staff to be trained in crisis prevention and de-escalation techniques.
Delaware
August 20, 2013 Delaware Senate Bill 100
This new law calls for school staff to be trained in how to safely manage disruptive student behavior.
Texas
August 07, 2013 Texas Senate Bill 1356
Texas Senate Bill 1356 requires juvenile justice staff to be trained in trauma-informed care and de-escalation techniques.
Massachusetts
June 26, 2013 Social Worker Safety in the Workplace Legislation in Massachusetts
This bill requires the Executive Office of Health and Human Services to establish crisis response plans for social workers and human services workers.
Federal - US
June 03, 2013 H.R. 1893: Keeping All Students Safe Act
The act is designed to ensure that educators have the skills to manage violent student behavior safely.
Manitoba
May 07, 2013 Preventing Workplace Violence in Health Care Facilities in Manitoba
Manitoba is implementing a new violence prevention policy to protect health care workers that includes required training.
Kentucky
February 15, 2013 CPI Training: Helping Kentucky Schools Meet Regulations on Restraint & Seclusion
A new regulation requires that Kentucky school staff receive yearly training in crisis prevention techniques.
Ohio
February 14, 2013 CPI Training Can Help Ohio Schools Meet DOE Rules on Restraint & Seclusion
A new policy requires that Ohio school staff receive yearly training in crisis management techniques.
Indiana
January 18, 2013 Dementia Training for Indiana Police
"As it becomes more prevalent, instances of officers encountering people with Alzheimer’s will likely go up," says State Representative Bill Friend.
Alabama
October 22, 2012 Alabama State Board of Health/Department of Public Health Chapter 420-5-7
Chapter 420-5-7 states that restraint and seclusion of patients should be used only as a last resort.
Maine
June 22, 2012 Maine Chapter 33 (ME HP1360)
The Maine Department of Education has adopted Rule Chapter 33, a comprehensive set of revised rules governing restraint and seclusion of students.
Wisconsin
March 20, 2012 Wisconsin Act 125: Wisconsin Passes Bill on Restraint & Seclusion in Public Schools
Wisconsin passed AB 455/SB 353, which requires all Wisconsin public school employees that use physical restraint be trained in the safe use of restraint.
Alabama
March 19, 2012 Updated Seclusion and Restraint Rules for Alabama
All employees in programs certified by the Alabama Department of Mental Health (ADMH) must be trained in the safe use of restraint.
West Virginia
January 10, 2012 West Virginia Department of Education, Policy 4373
West Virginia passed Policy 4373. A core team of personnel in each school must be trained annually in the use of a nationally recognized restraint process.
Ohio
December 19, 2011 Ohio Dept of Mental Health Admin Code Ch 5122-26-16 Seclusion, Restraint and Time-Out
CPI’s Nonviolent Crisis Intervention® training program can assist your facility in meeting the standards proposed by this legislation.
Alabama
November 29, 2011 Alabama State Dept. of Education Rules on Permissible Use of Seclusion & Restraint for All Students
Alabama adopted an addition to their administrative code, 290-3-1-.02.01(f), Permissible Use of Seclusion and Restraint, effective September 22, 2009.
Manitoba
August 31, 2011 Manitoba Workplace Safety and Health Regulation 107
Manitoba's Workplace Safety and Health Regulation 107 was amended to include new requirements to protect workers from violence in the workplace.
Louisiana
August 05, 2011 Louisiana SB 59
SB 59 requires the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education to create rules regarding use of restraint and seclusion on children with disabilities.
Texas
July 14, 2011 Texas SB 41
Texas SB 41, which was passed on June 17, 2011, effective immediately, relates to the use of restraints in state-supported living centers.
Connecticut
July 14, 2011 Connecticut Senate Bill 970: Workplace Violence Prevention and Response in Health Care Settings
Connecticut S.B. 970 requires health care employers to create and implement plans and training programs on workplace violence prevention and response.
Ontario
July 14, 2011 Ontario Bill 21, Retirement Homes Act 2010
Ontario Bill 21, Retirement Homes Act 2010 was adopted on June 8, 2011. It creates mandatory care and safety standards for retirement home residents.
Maine
July 14, 2011 Maine House Paper 365: An Act to Enhance the Security of Hospital Patients, Visitors and Employees
Maine HP 365 requires hospitals to adopt safety and security plans to protect patients, visitors, and employees from aggressive or violent behavior.
Florida
July 14, 2011 Florida HB 1255
The bill revises provisions related to the use of restraint and seclusion on students with disabilities.
New York
May 13, 2011 New York A0 4158
New York A0 4158 would establish standards and procedures for the use of restraints in schools, and require reporting to parents if restraints are used.
Indiana
May 13, 2011 Indiana HB 1529
Indiana HB 1529 would require schools to include provisions regarding the use of restraint and seclusion, such as parental notification and training.
Wyoming
May 13, 2011 Wyoming SF 36
Wyoming SF 36 requires the state superintendent to adopt policies and provide training in regards to the use of restraint and seclusion.
Florida
May 13, 2011 Florida SB 1350
If passed, Florida SB 1350 will require physical restraint only be used in emergency, when the student poses a risk to self or other, by trained staff.
Oregon
May 13, 2011 Oregon Chapter 581: Prohibiting Use of Mechanical, Chemical, or Prone Restraint on Students
Oregon Chapter 581 prohibits the use of mechanical, chemical, and prone restraints on students in public schools.
Vermont
May 13, 2011 Vermont 10P037, Rule 4500
Vermont 10P037, Rule 4500 is effective on August 15, 2011, in order to allow schools to provide the necessary training for the 2011-2012 school year.
Tennessee
May 13, 2011 Tennessee House Bill 1336: Special Education Behavioral Supports Act
Tennessee SB 1993/HB 1336 requires staff training in PBIS, crisis intervention, and safe use of restraint and seclusion.
Wyoming
January 24, 2011 Wyoming Passes Bill on Restraint and Seclusion Rules
Wyoming passed SF0036, requiring the state superintendent and school district boards to adopt regulations on restraint and seclusion in public schools.
Federal - US
October 15, 2010 Federal Bill S. 3895
Federal bill S. 3895 is an updated version of S. 2860, which will allow school districts to include restraint and seclusion in individual education programs (IEPs) if students have a two-year history of dangerous behaviors that could result in serious bodily injury and had functional behavioral assessments and behavioral intervention plans that were developed by professionals.
California
September 01, 2010 California Assembly Bill 1083 (Amends: California Health and Safety Code Sections 1257.7-8)
Here’s what California’s Health and Safety Code Sections 1257.7-8 entails, and how CPI can help you support the amendment.
Massachusetts
September 01, 2010 Massachusetts Department of Mental Health Policy #10-02
Massachusetts’ Policy #10-02 establishes procedures and requirements for use of restraint and seclusion in the Department of Mental Health facilities.
New Hampshire
July 26, 2010 New Hampshire SB 396
New Hampshire passed SB 396, an act limiting the use of child restraint practices in schools and treatment facilities, effective Sept. 1, 2010.
Louisiana
July 20, 2010 Louisiana House Bill 405
Louisiana House Bill 405 requires guidelines for the use of seclusion and physical restraint of students with disabilities.
Louisiana
July 19, 2010 Louisiana Passes Restraint and Seclusion Guidelines
The Louisiana State Board of Education is required to prepare and adopt guidelines about the use of restraint and seclusion of students with disabilities.
Georgia
July 09, 2010 Georgia State Board of Education 160-5-1-.35: Seclusion and Restraint for All Students
The Georgia State Board of Education passed 160-5-1-.35, a ban that no longer allows Georgia schools to place students in solitary confinement.
Rhode Island
June 07, 2010 Rhode Island DCYF Residential Child Care Regulations for Licensure
The Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families renamed and updated regulations for the licensing of residential child care facilities.
Florida
May 18, 2010 Florida House Bill 1073
Florida House bill 1073 revises provisions relating to licensure and standards for facilities and programs for persons with developmental disabilities.
Idaho
May 08, 2010 Idaho: Medicaid Rule IDAPA 16.03.10 section 11
Idaho adopted rules regarding restraint and seclusion in hospitals, nursing facilities, and intermediate care facilities for people with mental retardation.
Maryland
March 29, 2010 Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR) 14.31.06
The Maryland Governor’s Office for Children requires residential child care facilities to provide behavioral intervention, strategies, and supports training
Kentucky
March 01, 2010 Kentucky House Resolution 25
This resolution urges cities with populations of over 25,000 to provide dementia training for officers, emergency medical technicians, and firefighters.
Wisconsin
January 22, 2010 Wisconsin S.B. 470
S.B. 470 will create a Dementia Specialist Certification program for nurse aides and other care providers who coordinate resident activities.
Colorado
January 01, 2010 Colorado – Protection of Persons From Restraint Act
Colorado’s State Board of Education adopted the Protection of Persons from Restraint Act, which outlines the rules for restraint in emergency.
Rhode Island
December 15, 2009 Rhode Island House Bill 5653 - 2009
Rhode Island’s H.B. 5653, Relating to Health and Safety, requires a criminal history background check on potential administrators of assisted living homes.
Indiana
December 10, 2009 Indiana Code 20-33-8-12(a)(1)
The Indiana Department of Education requires schools to adopt written discipline rules. They recommend these rules address the use of student restraint.
Missouri
November 19, 2009 Missouri SB291: Modifies Provisions Relating to Education
SB291 requires the local board of education for each school district to create a written policy to address use of restrictive behavioral interventions.
Minnesota
September 21, 2009 Minnesota HB2: K-12 Education Omnibus
The bill requires schools to only use restrictive procedures in an emergency, and schools must make their procedures publicly accessible.
Arizona
August 30, 2009 Arizona – S.B. 1197
An act establishing the task force on best practices in special education and behavior management.
Maryland
June 30, 2009 Maryland H.B. 415/S.B. 874
Maryland adopted H.B. 415/S.B. 874, Mental Hygiene Administration - Rights of Individuals with Mental Health Disorders in Facilities.
Newfoundland
February 18, 2009 Newfoundland Labrador Update OHSR Workplace Violence Regulations
The Newfoundland Labrador has updated the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations (OHSR) under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
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