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MA H2260
Relative to videotaping, audiotaping and photographing persons receiving medical treatment
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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
01/13/2022
01/13/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to videotaping, audiotaping and photographing persons receiving medical treatment. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 70E of Chapter 111 of the General Laws to prohibit the recording (through videotaping, audiotaping, photography, or other digital means) of a patient receiving medical treatment without the consent of the patient, their authorized representative, or their parent/guardian. Additionally, it requires the consent of the patient's next of kin before publicly exposing any recording of a deceased patient. The bill defines key terms such as "authorized representative," "incapacitated person," and "recording" to provide clarity on the scope of the legislation.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5201 (on 10/13/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2260 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2260.pdf |
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