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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to establish a home care aide training registry. Elder Affairs.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a home care aide training registry in Massachusetts. It defines "home care worker" and "home care agency," and requires the Department of Elder Affairs to create and maintain a registry of individuals who have completed approved home health aide or homemaker/personal care training programs. The registry will include information such as the individual's name, training level, language abilities, and employment history. Home care agencies must check the registry before hiring home care workers, and the registry must be updated monthly. The bill also provides for security measures and reasonable implementation timelines.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2419 (on 04/12/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S343 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S343.pdf |
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