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