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MA H3497

Relative to videotaping, audiotaping and photographing persons receiving medical treatment


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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 videotaping, audiotaping and photographing persons receiving medical treatment. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill amends the existing law to prohibit the recording (videotaping, audiotaping, photographing, etc.) of patients receiving medical treatment without their consent or the consent of their authorized representative (such as a health care proxy or legal guardian). It also requires the consent of the patient's next of kin before exposing any recording of a deceased patient to the public. The bill defines key terms such as "authorized representative," "incapacitated person," and "recording" to provide clarity and ensure proper application of these new requirements.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4449 (on 02/24/2020)

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