SB 942: Civil detainees.
SB 942 status: In Committee — From committee: Do pass as amended and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 9. Noes 3.) (June 30) (updated Jul 1, 2026).
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Bill summary
OfficialExisting law, the Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) Act, authorizes the involuntary commitment and treatment of a person, when the person, as a result of a mental health disorder, is a danger to themselves or others, or is gravely disabled. Existing law grants persons involuntarily detained in state hospitals as a result of...
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Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No direct environmental benefit identified
Risks
- No direct environmental risk identified
Economy
Benefits
- Potential for increased state enforcement costs.
Risks
- Potential for facility operator fines.
Society
Benefits
- Establishes specific rights for civil immigration detainees.
- Ensures humane care, dignity, and privacy for detainees.
- Mandates clean facilities, safe food, and access to care.
- Authorizes Attorney General to enforce rights and seek penalties.
Risks
- Enforcement may be limited by existing federal or state law.
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The bill's enforcement mechanisms, including civil penalties, may face legal challenges.
The bill's effectiveness may depend on the interpretation and enforcement of existing federal and state laws.
Where it stands
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CurrentFrom committee: Do pass as amended and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 9. Noes 3.) (June 30).
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