S480
An Act promoting infection prevention and privacy for residents of nursing homes
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve infection prevention and privacy measures for residents in nursing homes. It seeks to enhance protections for these vulnerable individuals by addressing potential risks and safeguarding their personal information. The legislation focuses on strengthening existing protocols and ensuring a higher standard of care within nursing home facilities. Ultimately, the goal is to create a safer and more private environment for nursing home residents.
Key provisions
- Strengthening infection control protocols within nursing homes.
- Enhancing privacy protections for residents' personal information.
- Requiring regular assessments of infection prevention practices.
- Promoting transparency in reporting of infections and outbreaks.
- Supporting resident access to information regarding their care and environment.
Who is affected
- Residents of nursing homes
- Nursing home facilities
- Elder Affairs Committee
- Aging and Independence Committee
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Joan B. Lovely
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Joan B. Lovely
John F. Keenan
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Bill S.480 194th (Current)
An Act promoting infection prevention and privacy for residents of nursing homes
By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 480) of Joan B. Lovely for legislation to promote infection prevention and privacy for residents of nursing homes. Elder Affairs.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Joan B. Lovely
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.480
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Elder Affairs |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/27/2025 | Joint | Referred, pursuant to an order adopted by the two branches, to the committee on Aging and Independence |
| 9/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/16/2025 from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM in A-2 |
| 12/18/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S2887 |
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