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CT SB00273

CT SB00273
An Act Concerning Nursing Home Staffing.


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Introduced
02/28/2024
In Committee
04/08/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/08/2024

Introduced Session

2024 General Assembly

Bill Summary

To establish minimum staffing level requirements for nursing homes.

AI Summary

This bill establishes minimum staffing level requirements for nursing homes in Connecticut. It requires nursing homes to provide at least three hours of direct care per resident per day, with specific requirements for the number of hours of care to be provided by registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse's aides. The bill also directs the Department of Public Health to modify staffing level requirements for social work and recreational staff in nursing homes. The bill sets an effective date of October 1, 2024 for these changes and allows the Department to implement policies and procedures while adopting new regulations.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Other Sponsors (1)

Public Health Committee (Joint)

Last Action

File Number 318 (on 04/08/2024)

Bill Topics

Health
  • ‐ Long-term Care and Elderly Issues
  • ‐ Regulation of Doctors and Health Facilities

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