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CT HB06522
Bill
Status
2/27/2013
Primary Sponsor
Public Health Committee
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AI Summary
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Requires hospitals, outpatient surgical facilities, and outpatient clinics to maintain at least one diazepam antiepileptic medication delivery device on premises and inform employees of its location.
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Mandates that employees providing direct health care services at hospitals, facilities, and clinics receive training from a qualified, licensed health care provider on how to use the antiepileptic medication delivery device.
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Requires ambulances and rescue vehicles registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles to carry one diazepam antiepileptic medication delivery device and inform employees of its location.
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Requires ambulance and rescue services to ensure their employees who provide medical services receive training from a qualified, licensed health care provider in the use of the antiepileptic medication delivery device.
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Effective date of October 1, 2013 for both requirements.
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning The Availability And Use Of Certain Devices To Administer Antiepileptic Medication.
Last Action
Vote to Hold Until Next Meeting
3/25/2013