New York A06051 amends the penal law to address assaults on medical providers and hospital employees and volunteers.
New York A06051 amends the penal law to enhance protections for medical providers and hospital employees and volunteers. The bill modifies the law to include assaults on medical professionals and hospital staff as offenses. This includes registered nurses, nurse practitioners, certified nursing assistants, licensed practical nurses, ambulance personnel, hospital directors, and volunteers. The bill aims to strengthen legal repercussions for those who assault these individuals while they perform their duties.
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