An act relating to preventing workplace violence in hospitals

H 259, "An act relating to preventing workplace violence in hospitals," mandates that hospitals establish and implement security plans to prevent workplace violence and manage aggressive behaviors. These plans must be based on a security risk assessment and developed by a team including healthcare employees and law enforcement representatives. Key provisions include requiring trained de-escalation staff, offering specific employee training on safety techniques, and establishing a workplace violence incident reporting system. The bill also prohibits retaliation against employees for reporting incidents and requires hospitals to post notices about the legal consequences of assaulting staff. Additionally, hospitals must report the costs associated with implementing these security measures.