The House Judiciary Committee heard HB 1125 on deceptive lead generation authored by Rep. Lehman. The bill makes false, misleading, or deceptive advertisements for claims related to medical devices and legend drugs and certain other actions a deceptive act, and provides for enforcement mechanisms. The bill limits certain claims against a manufacturer or seller of legend drugs or m … [Read more...] about Deceptive lead generation
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State board of accounts
H.E.A. 1108, P.L. 157 Effective: July 1, 2020 In part, provides that, as an alternative to an order to forfeit office, a court may impose a civil penalty that does not exceed $500 for each day that the public officer or responsible officer continues to violate an obligation with respect to an audit, examination, or other engagement by the board. Specifies that the individual is … [Read more...] about State board of accounts
HIV, fatality reviews, and syringe exchange programs
H.E.A. 1182, P.L. 112 Effective: July 1, 2020 In part: Removes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) from the statutory definition of "exposure risk disease". Replaces the term "AIDS" with the term "human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)" where appropriate. Replaces the term "carrier" with the term "individual with a communicable disease" where appropriate. Replaces the term … [Read more...] about HIV, fatality reviews, and syringe exchange programs
Genetic counselors
H.E.A. 1243, P.L. 118 Effective: July 1, 2020 In part, provides that a genetic counselor may not be required to perform, participate in, or provide a service that violates any sincerely held ethical, moral, or religious belief held by the genetic counselor, and allows for a civil action for damages or reinstatement of employment for a violation. Read the bill at: … [Read more...] about Genetic counselors
Anatomical gifts and individuals with disabilities
S.E.A. 112, P.L. 2 Effective: July 1, 2019 Prohibits certain health care entities from discriminating against potential transplant recipients solely on the basis of disability, and authorizes an individual to seek injunctive relief against an entity believed to be in violation of the law. Defines "covered entity". Defines "qualified recipient". Prohibits a state employee health … [Read more...] about Anatomical gifts and individuals with disabilities