Bill
A 9095
Overview: A 9095 - Enacts the Legionnaires' disease prevention actPurpose and Intent: The primary purpose of A 9095 is to establish comprehensive measures to prevent the outbreak a
Overview: A 9095 - Enacts the Legionnaires' disease prevention act
Purpose and Intent: The primary purpose of A 9095 is to establish comprehensive measures to prevent the outbreak and spread of Legionnaires' disease, a severe form of pneumonia caused by Legionella bacteria. The bill aims to protect public health and safety by addressing the risks associated with Legionnaires' disease.
Key Provisions:
- Requires regular testing and monitoring of water systems in high-risk facilities, such as hospitals, nursing homes, and hotels, to detect the presence of Legionella bacteria
- Mandates the implementation of water management plans to mitigate the growth and transmission of Legionella in these facilities
- Establishes reporting requirements for Legionnaires' disease cases and outbreaks to the state health department
- Empowers the health department to issue orders and take enforcement actions to ensure compliance with the prevention measures
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Owners and operators of high-risk facilities, such as hospitals, nursing homes, and hotels, would be required to comply with the testing, monitoring, and water management plan requirements
- Individuals at higher risk of Legionnaires' disease, such as the elderly, immunocompromised, and those with underlying health conditions, would benefit from the enhanced prevention measures
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- A 9095 has been referred to the Health Committee for further consideration
- If enacted, the bill would require high-risk facilities to implement the necessary prevention measures within 12 months of the effective date
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
Sign in to ask a question.
