S.91

Newborn Safety Devices

Introduced·2/12/25

Allows qualified establishments to install newborn safety devices for infant surrender.

The bill allows qualified establishments, such as emergency departments, law enforcement agencies, and fire departments, to install newborn safety devices for infant surrender. These devices must be temperature-controlled, properly ventilated, and physically attached to the exterior of the establishment. Qualified establishments must cover installation costs, install a dual alarm system, test the alarm weekly, and visually inspect the device twice daily.

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Health Care Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Mar 20, 2025

Senate

Withdrawn From Com

Mar 20, 2025

Senate

Re-ref to Health Care. If fav, re-ref to Rules and Operations of the Senate

Feb 13, 2025

Senate

Passed 1st Reading