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MA S2633
Relative to critical incident intervention by emergency service providers
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Introduced
07/26/2018
07/26/2018
In Committee
12/17/2018
12/17/2018
Crossed Over
07/31/2018
07/31/2018
Passed
12/20/2018
12/20/2018
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
12/28/2018
12/28/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to critical incident intervention by emergency service providers (Senate, No. 1373),-- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2633).
AI Summary
This bill aims to establish critical incident intervention services for emergency service providers in Massachusetts. It defines key terms such as "critical incident," "critical incident stress management," and "emergency service provider." The bill provides confidentiality protections for emergency service providers who receive or provide these intervention services, with limited exceptions where there is reasonable cause to believe there is a risk of serious harm or the existence of a past or present intentional tort or crime. The bill seeks to support emergency responders who may experience psychological stress or trauma due to their response to critical incidents.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Last Action
Signed by the Governor, Chapter 329 of the Acts of 2018 (on 12/28/2018)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2633 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S2633.pdf |
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