On the recordMarch 29, 2007
I rise to introduce the Elder Justice Act of 2007. This legislation establishes an Elder Justice Coordinating Council to make recommendations to the Secretary of Health and Human Services on the coordination of activities of the Federal, State, local and private agencies and entities relating to elder abuse, neglect and exploitation. It also provides a first time direct funding stream separate from the Social Services Block Grant for adult protective services. In addition, the Elder Justice Act creates an advisory board to create a short and long-term multidisciplinary strategic plan for the developing field of elder justice. The legislation creates new forensic centers to promote detection and increase expertise--new programs will train health professionals in both forensic pathology and geriatrics.
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