Bill > H1953

This bill amends the existing law to update the requirements for HIV testing and disclosure of test results. Key provisions include: 1) Facilities, physicians, and healthcare providers must notify patients before conducting an HIV test and provide an explanation of the test, unless the patient declines the test. 2) General consent for medical care is sufficient for conducting HIV tests under this law. 3) Disclosure of HIV test results to anyone other than the subject requires the subject's written consent, except for inclusion in electronic health records and sharing for legitimate purposes. 4) Employers cannot require HIV tests as a condition of employment. 5) Violations of this law are considered violations of the state's consumer protection act. The bill aims to streamline the HIV testing process while maintaining patient privacy and consent requirements.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1953