H 2386
An Act prohibiting the participation of healthcare professionals in the torture and abuse of prisoners
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Bill overview
This bill prohibits healthcare professionals from participating in the torture and abuse of prisoners. It aims to establish a clear ethical and legal standard regarding the treatment of prisoners by medical personnel. The legislation seeks to prevent healthcare professionals from contributing to inhumane practices within correctional facilities. This bill builds upon previous attempts to address this issue.
Key provisions
- Prohibits healthcare professionals from engaging in torture or abuse of prisoners.
- Applies to all healthcare professionals working within correctional facilities.
- Addresses the ethical obligations of medical personnel regarding prisoner care.
- Reinforces the prohibition of cruel and unusual punishment.
- Aligns with principles of human rights and medical ethics.
Who is affected
- Healthcare professionals
- Prisoners
- Correctional facilities
- Medical personnel
- The public
Notable changes
- This bill reinforces existing prohibitions against torture and abuse.
- It specifically targets healthcare professionals, expanding the scope of previous efforts.
- The bill’s passage represents a continued effort to uphold ethical standards in prisoner care.
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Primary sponsor
Michael S. Day
Cosponsor
Michael S. Day
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Bill H.2386 194th (Current)
An Act prohibiting the participation of healthcare professionals in the torture and abuse of prisoners
By Representative Day of Stoneham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2386) of Michael S. Day for legislation to prohibit the participation of healthcare professionals in the torture and abuse of prisoners. Public Health.
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Presenter: Michael S. Day
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2386
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Health |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate 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 |
| 3/16/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5234 |
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