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MO HB1224
Bill
Status
3/11/2015
Primary Sponsor
Mike Moon
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AI Summary
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Authorizes qualified service providers (hospitals, fire departments, law enforcement agencies, and certain nonprofits) to install and operate newborn safety incubators beginning January 1, 2016, allowing anonymous placement of infants less than 31 days old
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Requires incubators to be accessible from the exterior of facilities, automatically lock after a newborn is placed inside, provide controlled temperature/humidity/oxygen environment, and alert emergency medical services within 30 seconds
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Mandates registration with the Department of Health and Senior Services, with annual renewal required and fees established by the department
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Provides civil liability protection for registered providers unless gross negligence or willful misconduct occurs
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Establishes penalties including administrative fines up to $10,000 for violations, Class A misdemeanor for improper installation/operation, and Class D/E felony if violations result in bodily injury to a newborn
Legislative Description
Establishes the standards for newborn safety incubators installed outside certain facilities which allow any person to anonymously place a newborn in the device with the intent to leave the newborn
Last Action
Referred: Children and Families(H)
5/15/2015