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MA H609
Relative to promoting the betterment of resident health and safety in long term care facilities
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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 promoting the betterment of resident health and safety in long term care facilities. Elder Affairs.
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 111 of the Massachusetts General Laws to require the Department of Public Health to provide annual training for long-term care facilities on the licensure and certification process. The training will cover the Department's interpretation of the laws, rules, regulations, procedures, and policies related to the licensure and certification process, and will include interactive discussions on frequently cited deficiencies and best practices to ensure resident quality care. The Department is also required to notify long-term care facilities of proposed policy changes and seek their input before implementing those changes. Additionally, the Department and long-term care facilities will establish clear and consistent protocols for collecting and sharing information to better evaluate trends in long-term care facility operations.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5134 (on 12/07/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H609 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H609.pdf |
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