Bill > HB1202

This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for long-term infectious disease control in Pennsylvania, focusing on preparedness and response during public health emergencies. The legislation creates an Infectious Disease Advisory Commission composed of government officials and stakeholders to develop best practices for disease prevention and emergency response. It mandates the selection of an organization through competitive bidding to manage a Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) stockpile, which will be strategically stored in four locations across the state and funded through a sliding fee on PPE purchases. Each healthcare facility, including nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and home care agencies, will be required to develop a detailed infectious disease plan that includes data reporting, employee screening, staff assignment protocols, and a system for notifying relatives of care recipients during a disaster emergency. The bill also requires state departments to review and align facility inspection processes, develop a unified data reporting system, and create a model infectious disease plan that facilities can use as a guide. An infectious disease coordinator must be designated at each facility to ensure the implementation of the emergency plan. The goal is to improve Pennsylvania's ability to respond effectively to future public health crises by establishing clear guidelines, preparedness protocols, and a centralized approach to managing infectious disease outbreaks.

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