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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 the exposure of public safety officials to HIV. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Massachusetts General Laws to allow for the HIV testing of a person without their consent if a law enforcement officer, healthcare provider, firefighter, EMS personnel, or paramedic has been exposed to their blood, semen, or other bodily fluid while performing their official duties. The test results can only be shared with the exposed individual and their medical provider. This provision is intended to protect public safety officials who may be inadvertently exposed to HIV during the course of their work.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4449 (on 02/24/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3488 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3488.pdf |
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