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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
04/02/2018
In Committee
06/07/2018
06/07/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
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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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4357 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4357.pdf |
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