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MA S1495
Bill
AI Summary
- Amends Section 70F of Chapter 111 of the General Laws regarding HIV testing requirements
- Allows HIV testing of a patient or person without their written consent when a healthcare provider, first responder, police officer, fire official, prison guard, or other public officer comes into contact with blood or bodily fluids in the line of duty
- Test results may be disclosed to the exposed worker even if the source individual is unable or refuses to consent
- Similar legislation (Senate No. 1349) was filed in the 2023-2024 legislative session
- Filed by Senator John J. Cronin (Worcester and Middlesex) on January 15, 2025
Legislative Description
Relative to healthcare worker and first responder safety
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
1/7/2026
Committee Referrals
Ways and Means1/7/2026
Public Health2/27/2025
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