H2498

To address conflicts of interest in the use of temporary nursing agencies at skilled nursing facilities

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H2498 aims to prevent conflicts of interest in temporary nursing agencies at skilled nursing facilities.

Massachusetts H2498 seeks to address conflicts of interest in the use of temporary nursing agencies at skilled nursing facilities. The bill directs the Department of Public Health to amend state regulations, requiring additional reporting from individuals or entities with a 5% or greater ownership interest in a temporary nursing agency and an operating license for a skilled nursing facility. It prohibits such agencies from procuring or providing temporary employment at facilities jointly owned by the same individual, family member, or entity.

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Where it stands

Current
Ways and Means Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 25, 2025

10:00 AM

Joint Committee on Public Health Hearing

History

Jul 31

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