An Act authorizing the University of Massachusetts Building Authority to purchase and construct a hospital in the town of Norwood to be operated by UMass Memorial Health Care, Inc
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- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill authorizes the University of Massachusetts Building Authority to purchase land and construct a new hospital in Norwood, Massachusetts. The hospital will be operated by UMass Memorial Health Care, Inc. An emergency clause was included to ensure the law takes effect promptly, citing the importance of preserving public health.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the University of Massachusetts Building Authority to purchase land.
- Authorizes the University of Massachusetts Building Authority to construct a new hospital.
- Specifies that UMass Memorial Health Care, Inc. will operate the hospital.
- Designates the location of the hospital as the town of Norwood, Massachusetts.
- Includes an emergency clause to expedite the law's implementation.
- References similar legislation (H.2525, S.2216, S.1622, HD.5356, SD.3414).
Who is affected
- Residents of Norwood, Massachusetts
- Patients seeking healthcare services
- UMass Memorial Health Care, Inc.
- University of Massachusetts Building Authority
- The State of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Establishes a new hospital facility in Norwood.
- Designates UMass Memorial Health Care, Inc. as the operator of the hospital.
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