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Protecting Hospital Staff from Violence: New Penalties and Rules

This act introduces new, stricter penalties for assaulting hospital personnel, including doctors, nurses, and other medical staff, while they are performing their duties. The goal is to enhance safety in medical facilities and protect those who care for our health. The act also mandates a study to assess whether these changes effectively reduce violence in hospitals.
Key points
Stricter Penalties for Assaulting Hospital Personnel: Individuals who attack hospital staff can face fines, imprisonment for up to 10 years, or both.
Higher Penalties in Specific Cases: If the assault involves a dangerous weapon, serious bodily injury, or occurs during a declared public emergency, the prison sentence can increase to up to 20 years.
Exceptions for Individuals with Disabilities: The act includes an affirmative defense for individuals with physical, mental, or intellectual disabilities if their conduct was a direct manifestation of their disability and they were unable to appreciate its wrongfulness.
Study on the Act's Impact: A study will be conducted after the act's implementation to evaluate whether it has reduced workplace violence in healthcare settings and increased federal prosecutions for such incidents.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1600
Sponsor: Sen. Hyde-Smith, Cindy [R-MS]
Process start date: 2025-05-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Save Healthcare Workers Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1600.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-05-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Stricter Penalties for Assaulting Hospital Personnel: Individuals who attack hospital staff can face fines, imprisonment for up to 10 years, or both.
  • Higher Penalties in Specific Cases: If the assault involves a dangerous weapon, serious bodily injury, or occurs during a declared public emergency, the prison sentence can increase to up to 20 years.
  • Exceptions for Individuals with Disabilities: The act includes an affirmative defense for individuals with physical, mental, or intellectual disabilities if their conduct was a direct manifestation of their disability and they were unable to appreciate its wrongfulness.
  • Study on the Act's Impact: A study will be conducted after the act's implementation to evaluate whether it has reduced workplace violence in healthcare settings and increased federal prosecutions for such incidents.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Hyde-Smith, Cindy [R-MS].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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Health Courts and Law Security