2. Whether the qualifications, training, pay scales and conditions of work for in-home workers are commensurate with the very sensitive responsibilities of that work;

3. Whether care plans are carried out in a timely, appropriate and effective manner; and

4. Whether procedures should be in place to fully protect consumers of these services from retaliation should they have complaints or concerns about their care plan, service schedule or related services; and be it further

Sec. 5. Meetings. Resolved: That in conducting its duties, the task force may meet as often as necessary with any individuals, departments or institutions it considers appropriate; and be it further

Sec. 6. Staff assistance. Resolved: That the task force shall request staffing and clerical assistance from the Legislative Council; and be it further

Sec. 7. Reimbursement. Resolved: That the members of the task force are entitled to receive the legislative per diem, as defined in the Maine Revised Statutes, Title 3, section 2, and reimbursement for travel and other necessary expenses for attendance at meetings of the task force; and be it further

Sec. 8. Report. Resolved: That the task force shall submit its report and any implementing legislation to the Second Regular Session of the 120th Legislature by December 1, 2001. If the task force requires an extension of time to make its report, it may apply to the Legislative Council, which may grant the extension.

Emergency clause. In view of the emergency cited in the preamble, this resolve takes effect when approved.

SUMMARY

This resolve creates the Task Force to Study the Various Effects of Maine's Long-term Care System.