The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 487, aims to tackle the issues of emergency department boarding and crowding within the healthcare system. It seeks to amend title 19a of the general statutes by introducing new provisions that establish quality criteria for emergency departments, mandate public reporting on their performance, and create a state-wide assessment of bed capacity. Additionally, the bill addresses the prevalent causes of delays in inpatient discharges, which contribute to overcrowding in emergency departments.

The bill does not specify any deletions from current law but focuses on the insertion of new legal language to enhance the management of emergency department operations. By implementing these changes, the bill intends to improve patient care and streamline hospital processes, ultimately reducing the strain on emergency services.