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MA H158
Relative to ensuring the safety of residents of facilities under the authority of the Department of Mental Health and the Department of Developmental Services
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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to continuously monitoring the entrances, exits and common areas of all facilities operated under the authority of the Department of Mental Health and the Department of Developmental Services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
AI Summary
This bill requires the installation of video cameras at all entrances, exits, and common areas of private facilities licensed by the Department of Mental Health and all facilities under the authority of the Department of Mental Health and the Department of Developmental Services, including community-based residential homes, group homes, and inpatient facilities. The purpose is to continuously monitor these areas to ensure the safety of residents. The commissioners of the two departments, in consultation with the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, will establish a system for maintaining the recorded images and promulgate rules and regulations consistent with this new requirement.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see H4495 (on 03/05/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H158 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H158.pdf |
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