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MA H2305
Relative to liability for optometrists and ophthalmologists for the negligent dilation of the pupils of a patient
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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to liability for optometrists and ophthalmologists. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill aims to limit the liability of optometrists and ophthalmologists for injuries caused by the negligent dilation of a patient's pupils. It prohibits these medical professionals from dilating a patient's pupils if they know or have reason to believe the patient will operate a motor vehicle within the next 6 hours. The bill also states that a patient who injures themselves due to the dilated pupils cannot sue the optometrist or ophthalmologist, unless the medical professional acted with willful, wanton, or reckless conduct.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5035 (on 09/06/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2305 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2305.pdf |
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