Massachusetts S126 mandates licensure for using graduated electronic decelerators on persons with disabilities.
Massachusetts S126 amends the General Laws to require the Department of Public Health to create rules and regulations for licensing individuals who administer graduated electronic decelerators. These devices apply noxious electrical stimuli to alter behavior. The regulations must include comprehensive training, covering topics like prohibited uses, alternatives, safe administration, health risks, and penalties for misuse. Unauthorized use or misuse of these devices is prohibited, and entities within the state must not allow unlicensed individuals to administer them.
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