An Act relative to public health volunteer responders
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill directs the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to create a registry of volunteer personnel who can provide health, medical, and other services during public health emergencies or other critical situations. The goal is to establish a system for mobilizing volunteers to support public health efforts. This registry will help coordinate volunteer support and ensure a readily available resource during times of need. The bill seeks to improve the state’s capacity to respond to public health crises by leveraging the skills and dedication of volunteers.
Key provisions
- Establish a registry of volunteer public health responders.
- The registry will be maintained by the Department of Public Health.
- Volunteers can provide health, medical, and other related services.
- The registry aims to support public health emergencies and critical situations.
- The Department of Public Health will determine the criteria for volunteer participation.
Who is affected
- Department of Public Health
- Volunteer personnel
- Public health professionals
- Individuals in need of public health services
Notable changes
- Creates a formal system for managing and utilizing volunteer support in public health.
- No specific changes to existing regulations are outlined in the text.
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Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Andres X. Vargas
Cosponsor
Andres X. Vargas
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