This bill requires doctors to discuss non-opioid pain treatment options with patients before prescribing opioids for chronic pain. It mandates that physicians explain the risks of opioids, review alternative therapies like behavioral health or physical treatments, and provide educational materials to patients or their guardians. The law applies to most outpatient settings but excludes acute hospital care, hospice, and substance use disorder treatment. Additionally, the state health department must create and publish online guides detailing these non-opioid alternatives and their pros and cons.
Order relative to authorizing the committee on Health Care Financing to make an investigation and study of certain House documents relative to senior psychologist licensure, soldiers' home eligibility and other health care financing issues
Order relative to authorizing the committee on Health Care Financing to make an investigation and study of certain House documents relative to medical parole, health care for incarcerated persons, and opioid issues.
Order authorizing the committee on Labor and Workforce Development to make an investigation and study of a certain House document relative to public employees.
Order relative to authorizing the committee on Labor and Workforce Development to make an investigation and study of a certain House document relative to warehouse workers.
Order relative to authorizing the committee on Revenue to make an investigation and study of certain Senate and House documents relative to veterans and real estate transfer fees
Order relative to authorizing the committee on Labor and Workforce Development to make an investigation and study of certain Senate and House documents relative to wages, work environments and sick time.
By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Julian Cyr and Dylan A. Fernandes (by vote of the town) to authorize the town of Nantucket to issue pension obligation bonds or notes. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
This bill directs the Revenue Committee to investigate various Senate documents concerning commuter transit benefits and the child tax credit. The committee is authorized to study these issues, gather recommendations, and draft necessary legislation before December 31, 2024. Its findings and proposed laws will be submitted to the House of Representatives for further review. This measure is a procedural step to organize a study rather than a final law itself.
This bill directs the Transportation Committee to investigate a specific list of related bills concerning tolls, traffic, and license plates. The committee must complete its study and submit findings, along with any proposed new laws, to the House by December 31, 2024. This measure is a procedural step that sets up a review process rather than enacting immediate policy changes.
Order authorizing the committee on Housing to make an investigation and study of certain Senate and House documents relative to housing in the Commonwealth.
Order authorizing the committee on Labor and Workforce Development to make an investigation and study of a certain House document relative to railroad workers.
