HOSPITAL-NURSE STAFFING PLAN Senate SponsorsSen. Donne E. Trotter 1/11/2005SenateSession Sine Die New ActCreates the Patient Safety Act. Requires hospitals to implement a written staffing plan for nursing services, and sets forth requirements for the plan. Requires a hospital to establish a committee to develop and monitor implementation of the plan. Restricts a hospital's authority to require nurses to work overtime, making exceptions for emergencies. Provides for civil penalties for violations of the Act. Effective immediately. 2/4/2004SenateFiled with Secretary by Sen. Donne E. Trotter 2/4/2004SenateFirst Reading 2/4/2004SenateReferred to Rules 1/11/2005SenateSession Sine Die