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MA H1724

Improving the mental health examination process of inmates at places of detention


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the mental health examination process of inmates at places of detention. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

AI Summary

This bill amends the definition of "Qualified advanced practice registered nurse" in Chapter 123 of the Massachusetts General Laws, which relates to mental health examinations for inmates at places of detention. Specifically, it updates the terminology from "qualified psychiatric nurse mental health clinical specialist" to "qualified advanced practice registered nurse," and allows these nurses to be designated by the Department of Mental Health rather than having to be employed by the Department or its facilities. The bill also removes the requirement that such nurses be specifically designated by the Department to perform mental health examinations.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (13)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H5098 (on 11/23/2020)

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