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MA S1245

MA S1245
Studying the mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on frontline, direct care nurses


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to study the mental health impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on frontline, direct care nurses. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

AI Summary

This bill requires the Health Policy Commission to conduct a study on the mental and behavioral health effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the frontline, direct care nursing workforce. The study will identify the healthcare services provided by nurses during the pandemic, the traumatic impact on their mental health, the mental health resources offered by hospitals, recommendations to improve access and quality of mental health services for nurses, and any other relevant issues. The findings and recommendations must be reported to the legislature by December 31, 2024.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2642 (on 02/12/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1245
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1245.pdf
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