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H 267

An act relating to the Vermont Hospital Security Plan

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Topper McFaun

The bill aims to create a statewide, formal Vermont Hospital Security Plan requiring hospitals to implement standardized security measures, training, and coordinated incident respo

Read first time and referred to the Committee on Health Care
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Bill Summary · H 267

Overview

H 267 (Session 2025-2026, Vermont) is titled An act relating to the Vermont Hospital Security Plan. The bill was read for the first time and referred to the Committee on Health Care on February 19, 2025. Co-sponsor: Topper McFaun.

Purpose and intent

  • Establish or update the state's framework for hospital security planning and implementation.
  • Aims to enhance safety and security in Vermont hospitals, addressing responses to incidents requiring heightened security, patient and staff safety, and coordination with other public safety entities.

Key provisions and changes (as introduced)

  • Development or refinement of a formal Vermont Hospital Security Plan to guide how hospitals prepare for, prevent, and respond to security incidents.
  • Requirements for hospitals to adopt security measures, protocols, and training aligned with the plan.
  • Potential stipulations on coordination with state agencies (e.g., law enforcement, emergency management) during security incidents.
  • Provisions may address access control, incident reporting, de-escalation training, threat assessment, and post-incident review processes.
  • Possible alignment with national or state standards for healthcare security and patient safety.

Note: The exact text of provisions (e.g., specific duties, timelines, who develops the plan, reporting requirements, funding, penalties for noncompliance) is not provided in the summary materials available. The bill’s primary focus appears to be establishing a comprehensive security framework for Vermont hospitals.

Who/what is affected

  • Vermont hospitals and health care facilities operating within the state.
  • Hospital administrators, security directors, risk management teams, and human resources responsible for policy implementation.
  • State health and public safety agencies involved in coordination and oversight of hospital security.
  • Potential beneficiaries include patients, staff, and visitors who may experience enhanced safety and more robust incident response.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Current status: Read first time and referred to the Committee on Health Care.
  • Next steps (typical): The committee would review, hold hearings, and may amend the bill. If advanced, the bill would proceed to floor debate in the Vermont House, then potential consideration by the Senate, and eventual enactment or revision.
  • Timelines will depend on committee workflow, Senate action, and any negotiations or amendments.

Potential implications

  • Hospitals may need to develop or revise security plans, train staff, and implement standardized procedures across facilities.
  • Could lead to state-level reporting requirements or metrics to monitor security plan effectiveness.
  • May influence budget considerations for security-related investments (e.g., staffing, training, equipment, and technology).

If you have access to the bill’s text or committee memo, I can provide a more detailed section-by-section breakdown, including specific requirements, timelines, funding provisions, and any enforcement mechanisms.

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

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