S 1227 Massachusetts Senate · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act relative to bodily autonomy and family integrity

This bill establishes a fundamental right to bodily autonomy for health decisions for both individuals and their minor children under Massachusetts law. It prohibits any public or private entity from mandating health-related interventions (including vaccinations, mask-wearing, data sharing, or genetic procedures) except for specific exceptions like drug testing, certain occupational health requirements (excluding vaccines), driver's license medical tests, or hospital admissions under Chapter 123. Individuals harmed by violations can seek injunctions, damages, legal fees, or reinstatement with back pay. The law overrides other state or federal mandates during emergencies. It directly affects people, employers, schools, healthcare providers, and government agencies requiring health-related actions.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Feb 2025
House Passage
Feb 2025
Governor
Introduced Feb 27, 2025 Last action Dec 18, 2025
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This bill passed the House. No roll call record of that vote is available.
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Total actions
5
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 27, 2025
Lower · Passed
House concurred
lower
Feb 27, 2025
Committee
Referred to the committee on The Judiciary
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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