Maryland SB587 establishes a Patient Safety Center Fund to support patient safety initiatives in the state.

Maryland SB587 creates the Maryland Patient Safety Center Fund to subsidize the costs of the Patient Safety Center. The Fund, administered by the Commission, consists of appropriations, interest earnings, and other income. The Governor must include an annual appropriation of $1,000,000 for the Fund starting in fiscal year 2027. The Commission can provide annual grants from the Fund. The designated Center will develop, coordinate, and implement patient safety initiatives, aiming to improve healthcare quality and reduce harm.

Maryland SB587 establishes a Patient Safety Center Fund to support patient safety initiatives in the state.

Maryland SB587 creates the Maryland Patient Safety Center Fund to subsidize the costs of the Patient Safety Center. The Fund, administered by the Commission, consists of appropriations, interest earnings, and other income. The Governor must include an annual appropriation of $1,000,000 for the Fund starting in fiscal year 2027. The Commission can provide annual grants from the Fund. The designated Center will develop, coordinate, and implement patient safety initiatives, aiming to improve healthcare quality and reduce harm.