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MD SB440

MD SB440
Commission to Study the Health Care Workforce Crisis in Maryland - Establishment


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Introduced
01/26/2022
In Committee
04/01/2022
Crossed Over
03/08/2022
Passed
04/07/2022
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/29/2022

Introduced Session

2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT concerning Commission to Study the Health Care Workforce Crisis in Maryland - Establishment FOR the purpose of establishing the Commission to Study the Health Care Workforce Crisis in Maryland to examine certain areas related to health care workforce shortages in the State, including the extent of the workforce shortage, short-term solutions to the workforce shortage, future health care workforce needs, and the relationship between the Maryland Department of Health and the health occupations boards; and generally relating to the Commission to Study the Health Care Workforce Crisis in Maryland.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Commission to Study the Health Care Workforce Crisis in Maryland to examine the extent of health care workforce shortages in the state, identify short-term solutions, assess future workforce needs, and explore ways to enhance incentives for individuals to enter and stay in the health care workforce. The commission, chaired by the Secretary of Health, consists of representatives from various state agencies, health occupation boards, and other stakeholders. The commission is required to submit interim and final reports of its findings and recommendations to the legislature. The bill is an emergency measure that will be effective through December 31, 2023.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Enacted under Article II, Section 17(c) of the Maryland Constitution - Chapter 708 (on 05/29/2022)

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