S1515
An Act relative to enhancing statewide hospital capacity coordination
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve coordination of hospital capacity across the state of Massachusetts. It seeks to ensure that hospitals are prepared to handle surges in patients and effectively manage resources during emergencies or public health crises. The legislation intends to strengthen communication and collaboration between hospitals and relevant state agencies. Ultimately, the goal is to enhance the overall responsiveness of the healthcare system to meet patient needs.
Key provisions
- Requires the Department of Public Health to develop and maintain a statewide hospital capacity coordination plan.
- Establishes a process for hospitals to share real-time data on bed availability and resource utilization.
- Promotes collaboration between hospitals and emergency medical services.
- Supports the development of surge capacity plans at the local and regional levels.
- Directs the Department of Public Health to assess and address any identified gaps in statewide hospital capacity.
Who is affected
- Hospitals
- Healthcare providers
- Patients
- Department of Public Health
- Emergency Medical Services
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Primary sponsor
Jr. William J. Driscoll
Cosponsor
Jr. William J. Driscoll
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Bill S.1515 194th (Current)
An Act relative to enhancing statewide hospital capacity coordination
By Mr. Driscoll, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1515) of William J. Driscoll, Jr. relative to enhancing statewide hospital capacity coordination. Public Health.
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Presenter: William J. Driscoll, Jr.
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.1515
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Health |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/16/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/25/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 10/14/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 1/29/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2931 |
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