The Determination of Need Program (certificate of need in other states) of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DON Program) has for many years had a moratorium on accepting and reviewing applications for...more
On July 22, 2020, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced new initiatives designed to protect nursing home residents from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
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Massachusetts has moved to protect its health care providers from civil liability for claims arising out of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
On April 17, 2020, Massachusetts Governor Charles Baker signed Senate No. 2640...more
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Massachusetts retail recreational cannabis establishments reopened on May 25, 2020, for curbside delivery after Governor Charles Baker ordered a phased reopening of state businesses.
Recreational cannabis operators shut...more
COVID-19 has upended operations for licensed Massachusetts recreational and medical cannabis businesses. Recreational cannabis has been shut down for the time being. Medical cannabis continues, but with temporary new rules in...more