An Act to improve health and safety standards at state-operated veterans' homes

This bill aims to enhance health and safety at Massachusetts state-operated veterans' homes by mandating the hiring of full-time infection control and emergency preparedness specialists. It requires the Department of Public Health to inspect these facilities at least twice a year, increasing to monthly checks during declared emergencies. Following any inspection, the department must notify officials of violations, set a deadline for fixes, and conduct follow-up checks to ensure compliance, with all findings reported to relevant committees and made public online.