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CT SB00966
Bill
Status
Passed
5/26/2015
Primary Sponsor
Higher Education and Employment Advancement Committee
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AI Summary
- Defines "sexual assault forensic examiner" as a registered nurse, advanced practice registered nurse, or physician licensed in Connecticut
- Defines "health care facility" as a facility operated by an institution of higher education, licensed by the Department of Public Health as an infirmary or outpatient clinic, and accredited by the Joint Commission or Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care
- Authorizes sexual assault forensic examiners to provide immediate care and collect evidence from sexual assault victims in acute care hospitals and health care facilities, following Connecticut's Technical Guidelines for Health Care Response to Victims of Sexual Assault
- Requires services to comply with policies and accreditation standards of the facility and be conducted under a written agreement between the hospital or health care facility, Department of Public Health, and Office of Victim Services
- Effective July 1, 2015
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning Sexual Assault Forensic Examiners At Institutions Of Higher Education.
Last Action
Signed by the Governor
5/26/2015
Committee Referrals
Higher Education and Employment Advancement2/19/2015
Full Bill Text
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