S 1623
An Act relative to certified medication aides
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to establish a certification process for medication aides in Massachusetts. Currently, there isn't a standardized certification requirement for these vital healthcare workers. The legislation aims to create a defined training and certification program to ensure medication aides possess the necessary skills and knowledge to safely administer medications and support patients.
Key provisions
- Establishes a certification process for medication aides.
- Defines the scope of training required for certification.
- Outlines standards for the certification examination.
- Specifies requirements for maintaining certification.
- Addresses the role of the Department of Public Health in overseeing the certification program.
- Creates a registry of certified medication aides.
Who is affected
- Medication Aides
- Healthcare Facilities
- Patients receiving medication
- The Department of Public Health
Notable changes
- Currently, medication aides in Massachusetts do not have a standardized certification requirement.
- This bill introduces a formal certification process to improve quality of care.
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Primary sponsor
Bruce E. Tarr
Cosponsors
Bruce E. Tarr
Peter J. Durant
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Bill S.1623 194th (Current)
An Act relative to certified medication aides
By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1623) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to certified medication aides. Public Health.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Bruce E. Tarr Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill S.1623
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Health |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 7/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/14/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 7/14/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 07/14/2025 from 10:00 AM-02:00 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 10/14/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 11/17/2025 | Senate | Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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