HB 4229
Relating to authorizing the Department of Health Facilities to promulgate a legislative rule relating to patient rights at state-operated mental health facilities.
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill authorizes the West Virginia Department of Health Facilities to create a specific rule outlining patient rights at state-operated mental health facilities. The rule, currently outlined in 64 CSR 59, will address these rights. This legislation ensures a formalized process for defining and protecting patient rights within these facilities. It builds upon existing authority related to departmental rule-making.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Department of Health Facilities to create a rule.
- The rule will focus on patient rights.
- The rule is related to state-operated mental health facilities.
- The rule is based on existing authority in West Virginia Code §27-5-9.
Who is affected
- Patients at state-operated mental health facilities
- The Department of Health Facilities
- West Virginia residents receiving mental health services
Notable changes
- Establishes a formalized rule for patient rights.
- Provides a specific framework for defining patient rights within state facilities.
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Primary sponsor
D. Smith
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