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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
By Mr. Dooley of Norfolk, a petition of Shawn Dooley that the Secretary of Health and Human Services promulgate a process for licensing and licensing renewal of personal care attendants. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to create a licensing process for personal care attendants (PCAs) in Massachusetts. The key provisions include: 1) The Secretary of Health and Human Services will establish a process for licensing and renewing PCA licenses, which will involve conducting background checks on applicants' criminal histories, professional histories, and past violations of a specific state law; 2) The results of these background checks will be disclosed to consumers or their surrogates who seek PCA services; and 3) All PCAs will be required to obtain a license under this new process in order to advertise and operate as a PCA. The bill specifies that these provisions will take effect within one year of the bill's passage.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4880 (on 06/30/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H354 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H354.pdf |
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