Bill > HB06585

This bill proposes establishing a comprehensive system to enhance the safety of home health care workers by creating two key components: a centralized database and a reporting mechanism. The database would contain criminal history records of patients receiving home health care or hospice care from agencies or home health aides, and would be accessible to workers who provide these services. Additionally, the bill mandates creating a telephone hotline and website where individuals can report violent incidents involving patients that did not result in an arrest, with these reports then being added to the same database. The primary goal is to provide home health care workers with critical background information about their patients, enabling them to be more aware of potential risks and take appropriate precautions. By compiling criminal histories and incident reports in a centralized, accessible system, the bill aims to proactively protect home health care workers by giving them transparency about the potential safety risks associated with the patients they serve.

Health and Social Services

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