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NY A07276
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/21/2025
Primary Sponsor
Monique Chandler-Waterman
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AI Summary
- Requires hospitals to implement safety procedures ensuring staff is never alone with a patient unless the staff member has a tracking device to signal for assistance
- Permits staff to be alone with patients if additional hospital staff is within close range and able to hear and respond to calls for help
- Takes effect immediately upon passage
Legislative Description
Enacts the "Nurse Safety Work Act," which requires the implementation of safety procedures when hospital staff is alone with a patient.
Last Action
referred to health
1/7/2026
Committee Referrals
Health3/21/2025
Full Bill Text
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