This bill amends Massachusetts law to clarify court procedures for civil commitments related to alcohol or substance abuse disorders. It updates references to "Appeals Court" instead of "appellate division" and adds that initial reviews of such commitments (under Chapter 123, Section 35) must follow the same process as Superior Court reviews for pre-trial detentions (Chapter 276, Section 58A). The bill also expands jurisdiction for civil commitment orders to include Boston Municipal Court civil sessions, alongside District Court. These changes streamline how courts handle initial reviews of commitments, directly affecting individuals subject to court-ordered treatment for substance abuse.
By Representative Ryan of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1404) of Daniel J. Ryan for legislation to establish integrated electronic health records. Health Care Financing.
By Representative Chan of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 758) of Tackey Chan that the Division of Medical Assistance be authorized to include dentures, restorative, endodontic and periodontal treatment within its covered services for certain persons ages 65 and older. Elder Affairs.
By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1604) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation relative to emergency medical services oversight. Public Health.
By Ms. Friedman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1543) of Cindy F. Friedman and Joanne M. Comerford for legislation to establish a nursing workforce center at the University of Massachusetts medical school in Worcester. Public Health.
By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 485) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation to establish safe staffing levels at skilled nursing facilities. Elder Affairs.
By Mr. Driscoll, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 727) of William J. Driscoll, Jr. relative to protections and health insurance coverage for living organ donors. Financial Services.
By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 480) of Joan B. Lovely for legislation to promote infection prevention and privacy for residents of nursing homes. Elder Affairs.
By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1604) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation relative to emergency medical services oversight. Public Health.
By Mr. Gomez, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 83) of Adam Gomez for legislation to modernize Massachusetts medical marijuana program. Cannabis Policy.
