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MA S1574
Bill
AI Summary
- Requires the Department of Public Health to create regulations establishing a state receivership process for hospitals and free-standing clinics that provide essential health services
- State receivership would apply when a facility closes without providing the required 90-day advance notice
- State receivership would also apply when the department determines a closure would discontinue services necessary for preserving healthcare access in the facility's service area
- Regulations must include a mechanism and funding source for the receivership process
- Amends Chapter 111, Section 51G of the Massachusetts General Laws
Legislative Description
Preserving access to hospital services
Last Action
Hearing rescheduled to 09/29/2025 from 09:00 AM-11:30 AM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
9/29/2025
Committee Referrals
Public Health2/27/2025
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