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MA H4357

Improving the mental health examination process of inmates at places of detention


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Introduced
04/02/2018
In Committee
06/07/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

Improving the mental health examination process of inmates at places of detention

AI Summary

This bill aims to improve the mental health examination process of inmates at places of detention. It does so by expanding the types of health professionals who can conduct these examinations beyond just physicians and psychologists. Specifically, the bill allows qualified advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) and qualified psychiatric physician assistants to also perform these mental health evaluations. The bill also removes the requirement for these professionals to be designated by the department to perform such examinations, providing more flexibility in who can conduct these assessments.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Last Action

No further action taken (on 01/01/2019)

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