Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

H2216 — An Act relative to the administration of anti-psychotic or other psychotropic substances to nursing home residents

  1. 1
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    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This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis.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 the administration of psychotropic medications to nursing home residents.

The bill focuses on regulating how anti-psychotic and other psychotropic drugs are given to residents in nursing homes. It aims to ensure proper administration and oversight of these medications.

What this means for you
  • Workers: This affects nursing home staff, as they will need to follow new guidelines for administering psychotropic medications.
  • Families: This means families can expect more transparency and oversight regarding medication management for their loved ones in nursing homes.
  • Consumers: Consumers in nursing homes may experience changes in how medications are managed, emphasizing their safety and rights.

Summary

An Act relative to the administration of anti-psychotic or other psychotropic substances to nursing home residents

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

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (203)

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Frequently asked questions

What does H2216 do?
An Act relative to the administration of anti-psychotic or other psychotropic substances to nursing home residents
Who sponsors H2216?
H2216 is sponsored by Sally P. Kerans (Democrat).
What is the current status of H2216?
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.
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