LD759

An Act to Increase Patient Safety in Long-term Care Facilities

Failed·4/17/25
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Maine LD759 mandates side rails for beds in long-term care facilities if requested or necessary for resident safety.

Maine LD759 amends the law to require long-term care facilities to provide side rails for residents' beds if the resident or their legal guardian requests them or if they are necessary for the resident's safety. This change aims to enhance patient safety in long-term care settings.

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Calendar

Apr 10, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

Apr 1, 2025

1:00 PM

Hearing

History

Apr 17, 2025

Senate

Pursuant to Joint Rule 310.3 Placed in Legislative Files (DEAD)

Apr 14, 2025

Joint

Reported Out: ONTP

Apr 10, 2025

Joint

Work Session Held