Committee hears update on rising competency restoration charges and pending state legislation
Staff reported competency restoration expenses running roughly $393,000 through June against a $500,000 budget and described arrears; staff and members discussed seeking itemized bills from state providers and noted two pending state bills that could set time limits or create a work group to address open-ended costs.
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County staff reported to the committee that competency restoration costs for services provided by state-run facilities and contractors are running high and creating arrears. The staff member said charges were about $393,000 for June and that total arrears between last year and this year are "around 70" (transcript wording), prompting requests for more detailed itemized billing.
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