An Act establishing testing protocol and care for victims of date rape drugs

This bill creates a task force within the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to develop standardized testing and care protocols for individuals who suspect they have been given drugs used in drug-facilitated sexual assaults. The task force, which includes medical professionals and community representatives, will define these drugs, track incidents, and recommend uniform testing procedures for hospitals regardless of whether a sexual assault has occurred. Additionally, the bill mandates that all hospitals provide drug testing upon patient request and requires the department to publish a list of qualifying drugs along with public resources. The task force must submit its findings and proposed regulations within one year of the bill's effective date.