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MA H110

Relative to ensuring the safety of residents of facilities under the authority of the Department of Mental Health and the Department of Developmental Services


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

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to continuously monitoring the entrances, exits and common areas of all facilities operated under the authority of the Department of Mental Health and the Department of Developmental Services. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.

AI Summary

This bill requires the installation of video cameras at all entrances, exits, and common areas of facilities operated by the Department of Mental Health and the Department of Developmental Services, including private licensed facilities, community-based residential homes, group homes, and inpatient facilities. The purpose is to continuously monitor these areas to ensure the safety of residents. The commissioners of the two departments, in consultation with the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, will establish a system for maintaining the recorded images and will promulgate rules and regulations to implement this new requirement.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4792 (on 07/23/2018)

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