Health Care Providers Safety Act of 2023

Hozzl · 2023-12-15T15:53:30Z

Explore the details of House Bill 286 Health Care Providers Safety Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/15/2023, 3:53 PM

Summary of Bill HR 286

Bill 118 HR 286, also known as the Health Care Providers Safety Act of 2023, 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.

One key provision of the bill is the requirement for health care facilities to develop and implement violence prevention plans. These plans must include strategies for identifying and assessing potential risks of violence, as well as procedures for responding to violent incidents. Additionally, the bill calls for the establishment of training programs to educate health care providers on how to de-escalate potentially violent situations and protect themselves from harm.

Furthermore, Bill 118 HR 286 seeks to improve reporting and data collection on workplace violence in health care settings. Health care facilities will be required to report incidents of violence to the Department of Health and Human Services, which will then compile and analyze the data to identify trends and areas of concern. This information will be used to develop best practices for preventing workplace violence and ensuring the safety of health care providers. Overall, the Health Care Providers Safety Act of 2023 aims to prioritize the safety and well-being of health care workers by implementing measures to prevent workplace violence and improve reporting on incidents of violence. By addressing these issues, the bill seeks to create a safer and more secure environment for health care providers to deliver quality care to their patients.

Congressional Summary of HR 286

Health Care Providers Safety Act of 2023

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.

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Current Status of Bill HR 286

Bill HR 286 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 11, 2023. Bill HR 286 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 11, 2023. Bill HR 286's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of January 20, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 286

Total Number of Sponsors

Democrat Sponsors

Republican Sponsors

Unaffiliated Sponsors

Total Number of Cosponsors

236

Democrat Cosponsors

236

Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 286

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

Computer security and identity theftComputers and information technologyHealth facilities and institutionsHealth programs administration and funding

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 286

Health Care Providers Safety Act of 2023Health Care Providers Safety Act of 2023To amend the Public Health Service Act to authorize grants to health care providers to enhance the physical and cyber security of their facilities, personnel, and patients.

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