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MA H1759

Establishing medical civil rights


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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

Relative to establishing medical civil rights. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill establishes medical civil rights in Massachusetts. It defines an "emergency medical condition" as a severe physical, behavioral, substance use, or mental health issue that requires prompt medical attention to avoid serious health consequences. The bill requires law enforcement officers to immediately request emergency medical services for any person in their custody or contact who is experiencing an emergency medical condition or appears to be medically unstable. This ensures that individuals under law enforcement control have the right to receive necessary emergency medical care.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4831 (on 07/22/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1759
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1759.pdf
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