In the last Congress, SHM voiced our emphatic support for this legislation. We strongly support the Save Healthcare Workers Act in the 119th Congress.

This bipartisan legislation would support hospital staff, regardless of how they are employed, by creating federal penalties for individuals who intentionally assault or intimidate any hospital workers on site. It also establishes enhanced penalties for acts involving weapons, resulting in serious bodily injury, or during public health emergency declarations and contains protections for individuals who may be mentally incapacitated due to illness or substance use. The Save Healthcare Workers Act creates protections similar to those that already exist for flight crews and airport workers and is an important step in addressing the issue of workplace violence in the hospital.

Action required: Tell Congress to Pass the Save Healthcare Workers Act