Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

S1408 — An Act providing appropriate care for certain populations

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill addresses care provisions for specific populations.

The bill focuses on ensuring appropriate care for certain populations, though specifics are not detailed. It aims to improve access and quality of care.

Summary

An Act providing appropriate care for certain populations

Bill Text

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  • Chapter 123, Section 1

    “Forensic Unit”, a physically separate unit from other units. These units shall have in place restrictions consistent with those present when an individual is incarcerated. These units shall include appropriate staffing levels to address the needs of the patient population and who have undergone specialized training to work effectively with this patient population. The physical environment of the unit shall be conducive to meeting the needs of the patient population.

    This addition defines 'Forensic Unit' and sets requirements for its operation.

  • Chapter 123, Section 15

    (g) any individual admitted to a facility under the conditions described in paragraph (b) or paragraph (e) shall be initially admitted to a forensic unit.

    This requires individuals admitted under specific conditions to be initially placed in a forensic unit.

  • Chapter 123, Section 16

    (g) any individual admitted to a facility under the conditions described in paragraph (a), (c) or paragraph (e) shall be initially admitted to a forensic unit.

    This mandates that individuals admitted under additional specific conditions also be placed in a forensic unit.

  • Chapter 123, Section 18

    (e) any individual admitted to a facility under the conditions described in paragraph (a) or paragraph (b) shall be initially admitted to a forensic unit.

    This stipulates that individuals admitted under another set of conditions must be initially placed in a forensic unit.

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

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Not signed on (203)

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Frequently asked questions

What does S1408 do?
An Act providing appropriate care for certain populations
Who sponsors S1408?
S1408 is sponsored by Robyn K. Kennedy (Democrat).
What is the current status of S1408?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track S1408?
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