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CT HB06774
Bill
Status
1/29/2025
Primary Sponsor
Aging Committee
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AI Summary
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Expands background check requirements for long-term care facilities to cover all prospective employees and contractors, not just those with direct patient access, effective October 1, 2025
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Background searches include review of the nurse's aide registry, state and national criminal history records, and other registries specified by the Department of Public Health
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Disqualifying offenses include crimes under 42 USC 1320a-7, substantiated findings of neglect, abuse, or property misappropriation, and convictions for assault-related crimes under Connecticut statutes
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Exempts individuals from new background checks if they completed one within the preceding three years that confirmed no disqualifying offenses
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Allows the commissioner to temporarily suspend background check requirements during emergencies or significant disruptions, with notification to affected facilities
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning Long-term Care Facility Employee Background Checks.
Last Action
File Number 24
2/27/2025