An act relating to staff-to-patient ratios

This bill requires Vermont's Department of Health to submit a report on current staff-to-patient ratios in healthcare facilities by January 15, 2024. The report will assess whether specific areas like trauma, psychiatric, intensive care, and surgical units should have mandated staffing standards. The department must also consider policies from other states and input from healthcare workers when making recommendations. This legislation does not establish new staffing requirements but instead initiates a review process to determine if such regulations are needed. The act takes effect on July 1, 2023, and applies to all healthcare facilities in Vermont.