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SB 1071

AN ACT IMPLEMENTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE PEDIATRIC HOSPICE WORKING GROUP.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jan Hochadel

Connecticut bill implementing pediatric hospice working group recommendations to improve end-of-life care access and services for terminally ill children.

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Bill Summary · SB 1071

Legislative bill overview

SB 1071 implements recommendations from Connecticut's Pediatric Hospice Working Group, which was established to improve end-of-life care services for children with terminal or serious illnesses. The bill translates working group findings into statutory changes, likely addressing gaps in pediatric palliative and hospice care access, funding, training, or regulatory frameworks.

Why is this important

Pediatric hospice and palliative care remains underdeveloped compared to adult services, leaving families of seriously ill children with limited options for compassionate, specialized care. Connecticut's working group identified specific barriers and solutions, so this bill represents an evidence-based effort to address a vulnerable population's healthcare needs and reduce family burden during crisis situations.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and funding mechanisms: Implementing new pediatric hospice services requires resources; legislators may debate whether to fund through Medicaid expansion, general revenue, or private insurance mandates
  • Regulatory burden on providers: New requirements for pediatric-specific training, staffing ratios, or facility standards could increase operational costs for hospice agencies
  • Scope of services covered: Disagreement may arise over which services are included (counseling, respite care, medication management) and how broadly "serious illness" is defined for eligibility

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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