Health Care Providers Safety Act of 2022

Health Care Providers Safety Act of 2022

This bill authorizes the Department of Health and Human Services to award grants to health care providers for security services and other expenses related to physical security and cybersecurity.

Bill 117 HR 7814, also known as the Health Care Providers Safety Act of 2022, aims to address the safety concerns of health care providers in the United States. The bill focuses on implementing measures to protect health care workers from workplace violence and ensure their safety while providing care to patients.

Key provisions of the bill include requiring health care facilities to develop and implement violence prevention plans, provide training to staff on de-escalation techniques and response to violent incidents, and establish reporting mechanisms for incidents of workplace violence. The bill also calls for the creation of a national database to track incidents of violence against health care providers and improve data collection on this issue.

Additionally, the Health Care Providers Safety Act of 2022 seeks to increase penalties for individuals who commit acts of violence against health care workers and provide resources for victims of workplace violence to access support services and counseling. Overall, the bill aims to address the growing problem of workplace violence against health care providers and ensure that they can perform their jobs safely and effectively. It emphasizes the importance of protecting those who dedicate their careers to caring for others and seeks to create a safer environment for all health care workers in the United States.