Adds firefighters and emergency medical technicians to the list of mandated reporters for disabled persons abuse in Massachusetts.
This bill amends the definition of "Mandated reporter" in Massachusetts law to include firefighters and emergency medical technicians. These professionals are now required to report suspected abuse of disabled persons. This change aims to enhance the protection of vulnerable individuals by expanding the pool of individuals obligated to report such incidents.
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