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Introduced
04/09/2018
04/09/2018
In Committee
04/09/2018
04/09/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to PACE programs and nurse pronouncement
AI Summary
This bill amends a section of the Massachusetts General Laws to allow nurses to pronounce a patient's death if the patient resides in a certified nursing home, assisted living facility, or is enrolled in a PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program. The PACE program is a federal healthcare program that provides comprehensive care services for elderly individuals who live in the community. The bill expands the ability of nurses to pronounce death beyond just nursing homes to also include assisted living facilities and PACE programs.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4528 (on 05/24/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4361 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4361.pdf |
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