SPONSOR: Murray
This bill requires the Department of Health and Senior Services to implement an education and awareness program to promote respect for health care professionals and educate the public on the legal consequences of assaulting such professionals.
Subject to appropriation, a hospital may receive reimbursement from the state for moneys spent on physical property or technology to enhance the physical security of the premises during the two years following the enactment of the bill, as well as for moneys spent on new payroll costs for security personnel, which may be obtained during the five years following the enactment of the bill.
This bill is similar to HB 1356 (2023).
Statutes affected: