AN ACT ESTABLISHING AN ACCOUNT TO PROVIDE PATIENT LIFTS TO CERTAIN HEALTH CARE OFFICES AND FACILITIES.

Summary

The law establishes a non‑lapse account, managed by the state treasurer, that is initially funded with $1 million and any other appropriations, gifts, or earnings. The Department of Public Health can award grants from this account to health‑care facilities to purchase equipment such as lifts, wheelchairs, and hospital beds for elderly or disabled patients. The commissioner may retain up to 2 % of the account each fiscal year to cover administrative costs.

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