An Act to create an at home test reporting system in the Commonwealth

This bill establishes a new system for residents and institutions in Massachusetts to voluntarily report results from at-home tests for illnesses like COVID-19 and influenza. It requires the Department of Public Health to create an online portal and a phone line where individuals can submit up to two test results per day per household, while schools and other facilities like correctional centers can report separately. The state will use this data to track the total number of tests, positive results, and positivity rates, publishing weekly reports that may include localized information upon request. Additionally, the system is designed to provide immediate guidance to users who report positive results, directing them to medical providers and treatment resources.