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MA S1223

Improving medical care for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
04/04/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill aims to improve medical care for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It does this by requiring that physicians, physician assistants, dieticians, nutritionists, nurses, dental professionals, and allied mental health and human services professionals complete training to address the needs of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Additionally, the bill requires the office of health equity within the executive office of health and human services to evaluate access to medical care, unmet mental health needs, discrimination, relationships with community support specialists, and the availability of qualified trained health care providers for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and to promulgate rules and regulations to address any disparities found.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2535 (on 05/31/2018)

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