By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
Gov. Kim Reynolds came to the Guthrie County Hospital on May 28 to sign two bills into law. Both relate to healthcare.
Gov. Reynolds signed House File 972 and House File 310. The first (also known as the Rural Healthcare Bill) opens additional residency slots in teaching at hospitals, to help foster more availability of healthcare staff statewide.
HF 310 aims to protect healthcare providers, in part, by strengthening penalties for those convicted of assault against healthcare providers. It also expands the definition of “healthcare provider.”
Approximately 100 were in attendance for the signing, including many staff of the hospital. Following the signing at Sneakers Café, Gov. Reynolds was given a tour of the facility.
Gov. Reynolds speaks at Sneakers Café.
Guthrie County Hospital CEO Chris Stipe welcomes Gov. Kim Reynolds to the hospital.
Gov. Reynolds signs two bills into law as healthcare workers look on.