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CT HB05292

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/28/2018

Primary Sponsor

Public Health Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2018 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Defines "birthing center" as a freestanding health care facility, not located in a hospital, where births occur following normal, uncomplicated pregnancies.

  • Requires the Commissioner of Public Health to study the feasibility and potential advantages of licensing birthing centers.

  • Commissioner must submit the study results to the joint standing committee of the General Assembly with cognizance of public health matters by January 1, 2019.

  • Takes effect upon passage.

Legislative Description

An Act Requiring A Study Of The Licensure Of Birthing Centers.

Last Action

Public Hearing 03/20

3/16/2018

Committee Referrals

Public Health2/28/2018

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