COMMUNITY INTEGRATION NETWORK

Amends the Department of Human Services Act. Establishes the Pathways for Community Integration Network (PCIN) program within the Department of Human Services. Provides that the program shall create a network of multilingual community integration providers providing access to an array of services to remove barriers to opportunity and to foster pathways to safety, well-being, and economic security for the State's Limited English Proficient (LEP) and related populations. Requires each PCIN organization to adhere to the PCIN model and, with partner organizations, deliver the full model of care. Provides that the PCIN model of care includes the following components: comprehensive case management, core integrated services, co-location of services, community education, and community alliance. Permits the Department to engage with PCIN organizations and technical assistance providers to build the capacity of PCIN organizations and the network as a whole. Requires the Department to establish a PCIN formal certification process that outlines the standards for recognition within 2 years of the PCIN program's implementation. Provides that a community organization must demonstrate capacity to deliver all program components to be awarded certification and be formally recognized as a PCIN provider. Permits the Department to adopt any rules necessary to implement the PCIN program.

Status

Engrossed

Passed its first chamber

Status date

Apr 17, 2026

209 days ago

Current chamber

Senate

Session

2025-2026 Regular Session