S 485
An Act to establish safe staffing levels at skilled nursing facilities
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Bill overview
This bill, S.485, aimed to set minimum staffing requirements for skilled nursing facilities in Massachusetts to ensure adequate care for residents. It sought to address concerns about understaffing, which can negatively impact the quality of care and the well-being of elderly individuals in these facilities. The legislation proposed specific ratios of nursing staff to residents, with the goal of improving resident safety and satisfaction. Ultimately, the bill failed to pass.
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Primary sponsor
Mark C. Montigny
Cosponsor
Mark C. Montigny
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