H2408

Relative to staffing at home health and hospice agencies

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H2408 amends staffing regulations to include home health and hospice agencies.

Massachusetts H2408 amends Section 72Y of Chapter 111 of the general laws to include home health and hospice agencies in the staffing regulations currently applied to hospitals. This change aims to ensure consistent staffing standards across different types of healthcare facilities, enhancing patient care quality and safety.

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Where it stands

Current
Ways and Means Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 23, 2025

9:00 AM

Joint Committee on Public Health Hearing

Jun 23, 2025

9:00 AM

Joint Committee on Public Health Hearing

History

Jul 30

House

Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means

Jun 17

House

Reporting date extended to Friday, July 31, 2026

Mar 19

House

Reporting date extended to Monday, June 15, 2026