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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 prevent patient abuse and death in nursing homes. Elder Affairs.
AI Summary
This bill aims to prevent patient abuse and death in nursing homes by amending the existing law to impose higher fines for violations of regulations related to nursing home operations. Specifically, the bill increases the maximum fine for such violations to $23,989, unless a higher amount is permitted by federal regulation. Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Public Health to order nursing home licensees to correct any condition that may be remedied, and each day of non-compliance would constitute a separate offense. The fines collected under this provision would be deposited into a dedicated fund for long-term care facility quality improvement, rather than reverting to the General Fund.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2624 (on 02/08/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S392 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S392.pdf |
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