MA H755

Bill

MA H755

Requiring automated external defibrillators in assisted living residences

Introduced
03/29/2021

In Committee
03/29/2021

Crossed Over

Passed

Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

192nd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to require automated external defibrillators in assisted living residences. Elder Affairs.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Massachusetts General Laws to require assisted living residences to have an automated external defibrillator (AED) available on the premises in a manner that provides obvious and ready accessibility to residents. An AED is a medical device that can monitor heart rhythms, determine if defibrillation is needed, and automatically deliver an electrical impulse to the heart. The bill defines an AED as a device that has received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is capable of automatically recognizing the need for defibrillation and delivering the shock. This legislation aims to improve access to life-saving equipment in assisted living facilities.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

John Rogers (D)*,

Last Action

Accompanied S421 (on 12/20/2021)

Official Document

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H755

(2 Companion Bills)

Version:

Document Type	Source Location
State Bill Page	https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H755
Bill	https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H755.pdf

Bill	Bill Name	Last Action	Type
S1582	To provide automated external defibrillators in all public safety vehicles	Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means	Similar To
S421	To ensure resident safety within assisted living facilities	Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means	Replaced by

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