Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

S485 — An Act to establish safe staffing levels at skilled nursing facilities

  1. 1
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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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This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis.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

The bill establishes safe staffing levels for skilled nursing facilities.

This bill sets requirements for the number of staff in skilled nursing facilities to ensure safety and quality care. It aims to address concerns about insufficient staffing in these facilities.

What this means for you
  • Healthcare: This means healthcare providers will need to adhere to new staffing requirements to enhance patient care.

Summary

An Act to establish safe staffing levels at skilled nursing facilities

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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 S485 do?
An Act to establish safe staffing levels at skilled nursing facilities
Who sponsors S485?
S485 is sponsored by Mark C. Montigny (Democrat).
What is the current status of S485?
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 S485?
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