H 2497 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act relative to medical health and fitness facilities

This bill establishes new safety and operational standards for "Medical Health and Fitness Facilities" (MHFF) seeking official recognition in Massachusetts. It requires facilities to implement strict protocols including social distancing, medical oversight via a Medical Advisory Board, mandatory health screenings (temperature checks, health forms), specific staffing qualifications (like a licensed Medical Director), EPA-approved cleaning schedules, and non-thermal plasma air purification units meeting defined efficacy standards. These requirements directly affect wellness facilities aiming to become certified MHFFs, mandating changes to their physical layout, medical services, staff roles, and daily operations to meet state safety benchmarks. The bill focuses on enhancing facility safety and medical program quality rather than creating new services.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Feb 2025
Senate Passage
Feb 2025
Governor
Introduced Feb 27, 2025 Last action Dec 22, 2025
Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
6
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 27, 2025
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Feb 27, 2025
Committee
Referred to the committee on Public Health
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

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Paul McMurtry
DDemocratic
MA
11th Norfolk