H7488 — Removes the intent requirement relative to the definitions of "abuse" within the chapter on "abuse in healthcare facilities" and amends the definitions of "abuse" and "neglect" with regard to elderly affairs by deleting the element of willful conduct.

H7488 — Removes the intent requirement relative to the definitions of "abuse" within the chapter on "abuse in healthcare facilities" and amends the definitions of "abuse" and "neglect" with regard to elderly affairs by deleting the element of willful conduct. · Informed CitizenryThis bill aims to update state law regarding what constitutes abuse and neglect in healthcare settings, specifically affecting vulnerable populations like the elderly. Currently, certain legal defi…Open in Informed Citizenry