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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
05/30/2019
05/30/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition of Shawn Dooley and Michael J. Soter that the Secretary of Health and Human Services promulgate a process for licensing and licensing renewal of personal care attendants. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to create a licensing process for personal care attendants (PCAs) in Massachusetts. The key provisions include: (1) the Secretary of Health and Human Services must establish a process to license and renew the licenses of PCAs, which will involve background checks on their criminal history, professional history, and any past violations; (2) the results of these background checks must be disclosed to consumers or their representatives who seek PCA services; and (3) all PCAs must be licensed under this new process in order to advertise and operate as a PCA in the state. The bill is set to take effect within one year of its passage.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Labor and Employment
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5043 (on 10/26/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H109 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H109.pdf |
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