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ID S1336
ID S1336Adds to existing law to provide that a resident in a health care facility has the right to essential caregiver visitation.
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Introduced
02/21/2022
02/21/2022
In Committee
02/22/2022
02/22/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/31/2022
03/31/2022
Introduced Session
2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
HEALTH -- Adds to existing law to provide that a resident in a health care facility has the right to essential caregiver visitation.
AI Summary
This bill adds a new chapter to Idaho's existing law to provide that a resident in a health care facility has the right to essential caregiver visitation. It defines key terms like "essential caregiver," "facility," and "resident," and requires facilities that provide health care services or assistance to notify potential residents of their right to designate an essential caregiver and accommodate a resident's request to have an essential caregiver visit, with reasonable restrictions. The bill also declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately on July 1, 2022.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Justice
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
State Affairs Committee (S)
Last Action
Reported Printed; referred to Health & Welfare (on 02/22/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2022/legislation/S1336/ |
| BillText | https://legislature.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/sessioninfo/2022/legislation/S1336.pdf |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note | https://legislature.idaho.gov/wp-content/uploads/sessioninfo/2022/legislation/S1336SOP.pdf |
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