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This bill amends two existing laws, the University of Illinois Hospital Act and the Hospital Licensing Act, to require that all hospital employees have a panic button attached to their staff identification card. A panic button is a small device that allows employees to quickly and discreetly signal for help in emergency situations, such as when they feel threatened or are experiencing workplace violence. The new provisions mandate that both the University of Illinois Hospital and all other hospitals in the state must provide these panic buttons to their employees, ensuring a standardized safety measure across healthcare settings. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, which gives hospitals time to implement the new requirement and purchase the necessary panic buttons for their staff identification cards. This legislation aims to enhance workplace safety for hospital employees by providing them with a quick and easy way to request assistance in potentially dangerous situations.

Government Affairs

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1435&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104