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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 relative to psychotropic medication. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Massachusetts General Laws to allow certain facilities to administer scheduled psychotropic medication without prior written informed consent in three specific instances: (1) when a resident is admitted to a facility from an inpatient hospital where they were already receiving the medication with valid consent, (2) if a resident poses an imminent threat of harm to themselves or others, or (3) for hospice care residents who need immediate administration of psychotropic medication to prevent extreme distress, discomfort, and/or pain.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see S2284 (on 02/05/2018)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1110 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1110.pdf |
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