Further Amendment #465.1 to H3400

Khan Further Amendment

[Sponsors] Ms. Khan of Newton moves to further amend amendment 465 to H. 3400 by striking the amendment in its entirety and inserting in place thereof the following amendment:-

Ms. Khan of Newton moves to amend H. 3400 by inserting the following section:-

SECTION XX. Section 33B of chapter 119 of the General Laws, as so appearing, is hereby amended by adding at the end thereof, the following:-

All state agencies that use the Assessment for Safe and Appropriate Placement (ASAP) instrument shall 1) consult with relevant experts to revise the assessment instrument based on evidence-based practice; 2) create a process for keeping the instrument current with evolving best practice standards; and, 3) ensure that all relevant staff are informed about the ASAP and have appropriate training in how to make referrals and incorporate ASAP results into their case management and treatment planning. The Massachusetts Adolescent Sex Offender Coalition (MASOC) shall provide training staff in partnership with the department on the revised and updated ASAP Referral Form.