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MA S1235
MA S1235To Protect Patient Rights and Safety and to Promote Accountability by Preventing Misuse and Abuse
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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to protect public health, promote accountability and prevent the violation of individual rights through the misuse, abuse and the violation of law. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
AI Summary
This bill aims to protect patient rights and promote accountability in mental health, substance use, and recovery services. It requires that all parts of an evaluation of a person detained at a facility under Section 12 of Chapter 123 of the General Laws be videotaped, and that these video recordings be made part of the person's record. This measure is intended to prevent misuse, abuse, and violations of individual rights in the provision of these critical health services.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2642 (on 02/12/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1235 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1235.pdf |
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