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S 6223

Relates to permitting an interpreter to remain with a deaf, hard of hearing or nonverbal patient during admission to a hospital

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Steve Rhoads and 1 co-sponsor

Bill S 6223 ensures deaf, hard of hearing, or nonverbal patients can have interpreters during hospital admissions, improving communication and patient care.

SUBSTITUTED BY A3404A
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Bill Summary · S 6223

Summary of Bill S 6223

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: S 6223
  • Title: Relates to permitting an interpreter to remain with a deaf, hard of hearing or nonverbal patient during admission to a hospital
  • Status: Substituted by A3404A
  • Introduced: March 06, 2025
  • Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

Bill S 6223 aims to ensure that deaf, hard of hearing, or nonverbal patients have access to effective communication during their hospital admission process. The bill recognizes the importance of having an interpreter present to facilitate communication between healthcare providers and patients, thereby enhancing the quality of care and ensuring that patients fully understand their medical situations.

Key Provisions

  • Interpreter Presence: The bill mandates that hospitals allow an interpreter to accompany deaf, hard of hearing, or nonverbal patients during the admission process.
  • Patient Rights: It emphasizes the rights of patients to receive information in a manner that is accessible to them, thereby improving their ability to participate in their own healthcare decisions.
  • Hospital Compliance: Hospitals will be required to establish policies that support the presence of interpreters during admissions, ensuring that these provisions are consistently applied.

Who Would Be Affected

  • Patients: Deaf, hard of hearing, and nonverbal patients will benefit directly from the provisions of this bill, as it aims to improve their communication access in healthcare settings.
  • Healthcare Providers: Hospitals and healthcare staff will need to adapt their admission processes to comply with the new requirements, potentially leading to training and policy changes.
  • Interpreters: Professional interpreters will have a defined role in the hospital admission process, increasing demand for their services.

Legislative Timeline

  • March 06, 2025: Bill introduced and referred to the Health Committee.
  • March 28, 2025: Bill amended and recommitted to the Health Committee, with a new print number (6223A).
  • May 13, 2025: The bill was reported for the first time to the calendar.
  • May 14, 2025: Advanced to third reading.
  • May 21, 2025: The bill was substituted by A3404A, indicating a shift in legislative strategy or content.

Related Bills

  • A 10328: A related bill from the prior session.
  • A 3404: A prior-session bill that shares similarities with S 6223.
  • A 3404 (Companion): A companion bill that may address similar issues or provide additional context to the provisions in S 6223.

This summary provides an overview of Bill S 6223, highlighting its purpose, key provisions, and the impact it may have on patients and healthcare providers. The legislative timeline outlines the progression of the bill through the legislative process, culminating in its substitution by A3404A.

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

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