Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

H2515 — An Act relative to the exposure of public safety officials to HIV

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  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This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis.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

The bill addresses HIV exposure protocols for public safety officials.

This bill establishes guidelines for how public safety officials should respond to potential HIV exposure. It aims to create procedures that ensure safety and proper health measures are followed.

What this means for you
  • Workers: This means public safety officials will have clearer protocols to follow regarding HIV exposure.

Summary

An Act relative to the exposure of public safety officials to HIV

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The bill clarifies the legal framework for testing individuals for HIV antibodies or antigens under certain conditions and establishes a new court process for such testing.

  • Section 70F

    It shall not be a violation of this section for any facility, physician or health care provider to test any person for the presence of the HIV antibody or antigen in compliance with a court order issued pursuant to section 70I.

    Allows healthcare providers to test individuals for HIV in compliance with a court order.

  • Chapter 111

    70I. Any law enforcement officer as defined in section 116C of chapter 6 of the General Laws, healthcare provider, firefighter, EMS personnel, or paramedic who, in the course of his or her official duties, has been exposed to the transfer of blood, semen, or other bodily fluid of another person may petition a justice of the superior court for an order compelling the testing of that other person for the HIV antibody or antigen. The results of that test shall only be shared with the exposed law enforcement officer, healthcare provider, firefighter, EMS personnel, or paramedic and his or her medical care provider.

    Establishes a legal process for certain professionals to request HIV testing of individuals to which they have been exposed.

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

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (203)

203 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does H2515 do?
An Act relative to the exposure of public safety officials to HIV
Who sponsors H2515?
H2515 is sponsored by Bridget Plouffe (Democrat).
What is the current status of H2515?
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 H2515?
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