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MA H3493
Prohibiting the participation of healthcare professionals in the torture and abuse of prisoners
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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
For legislation to prohibit the participation of healthcare professionals in the torture and abuse of prisoners. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits healthcare professionals in Massachusetts from participating in the torture or abusive treatment of prisoners. It defines key terms like "torture," "abusive treatment," and "prisoner," and outlines specific actions that are prohibited, such as providing means or knowledge to facilitate torture, being present during torture, or altering medical records to hide evidence of abuse. The bill also requires healthcare professionals to report any reasonable suspicion of torture or abuse to the appropriate authorities. It applies regardless of whether the conduct occurs within Massachusetts or involves governmental or non-governmental entities. The bill does not expand the lawful scope of practice for healthcare professionals.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (7)
Jo Comerford (D),
Mike Day (D),
Mindy Domb (D),
Stephen Hay (D),
Matt Muratore (R),
Lindsay Sabadosa (D),
Steve Ultrino (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4449 (on 02/24/2020)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3493 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3493.pdf |
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