Healthcare (Substance Abuse)

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 906: An Act establishing a naloxone purchase trust fund

By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1551) of John F. Keenan, James B. Eldridge and Ryan C. Fattman for legislation to establish a naloxone purchase trust fund to support a universal purchase system for opioid antagonist distribution in the commonwealth. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes trust fund for naloxone distribution, directly funding public health opioid overdose prevention program.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health Substance Abuse

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introduced · Massachusetts · House Mar 13, 2025

HD 4476: A communication from the Department of Public Health (see Section 2RRRR of Chapter 29 of the General Laws) submitting the Municipal Naloxone Bulk Purchase Trust Fund Annual Report for fiscal year 2024.

This bill (HD 4476) is a procedural measure requiring the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to submit its annual report for the Municipal Naloxone Bulk Purchase Trust Fund covering fiscal year 2024. It does not create new policy but mandates the routine reporting of how the fund - used to purchase naloxone (an overdose reversal medication) for local communities - was administered. The bill directly affects the Department of Public Health, which must provide this report as required by law. The bill was placed on file on March 13, 2025, with no substantive changes to laws or funding.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates reporting on naloxone fund administration, ensuring transparency for a public health program that reverses opioid overdoses, directly supporting patient access to life-saving treatment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health Substance Abuse

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 19, 2026

H 2707: An Act relative to furthering the success of opiate intervention programs

By Representative Sullivan-Almeida of Abington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2707) of Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida relative to immunity from prosecution for certain first responders for providing or transferring opioid antagonists to certain persons. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides immunity for first responders distributing opioid antagonists to reverse overdoses, promoting harm reduction and aligning with criminal justice reform goals.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides immunity for first responders administering opioid antagonists (naloxone), directly advancing overdose intervention programs and improving emergency healthcare access for opioid users.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Substance Abuse

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Sep 11, 2025

S 1422: An Act relative to Narcan availability in schools

By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1422) of John C. Velis for legislation relative to Narcan availability in schools. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates Narcan availability in schools to address opioid overdoses, directly supporting public health and substance use treatment services under mental health subjects.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Sep 11, 2025

S 1392: Resolve providing for a study and recommendations by a special commission relative to access to behavioral health services for children and families in the commonwealth

By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by resolve, Senate, No. 1392) of Julian Cyr and Joanne M. Comerford that provisions be made for a special commission to study available behavioral health services and to make recommendations for improving access to behavioral health services for children and families in the commonwealth. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates commission to study and improve access to behavioral health services, directly supporting mental health access as a healthcare component.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Sep 11, 2025

S 1384: An Act relative to student mental health

By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1384) of Joanne M. Comerford, James B. Eldridge, Patricia D. Jehlen and Michael O. Moore for legislation relative to student mental health. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationAddresses student mental health, a critical component of educational access and student well-being, enhancing school support services within K-12 context.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly addresses student mental health services under healthcare topics, aligning with support indicators for strengthening mental health initiatives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Mental Health Substance Abuse

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 15, 2025

S 432: An Act relative to prescription opioid abuse prevention education

By Mr. Oliveira, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 432) of Jacob R. Oliveira for legislation relative to prescription opioid abuse prevention education. Education.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill focuses on opioid abuse prevention education, a public health initiative directly advancing healthcare by addressing a critical health crisis through preventive education.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Sep 22, 2025

S 416: An Act providing opportunity for youth with substance use disorder

By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 416) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation to prove opportunity for youth with substance abuse needs. Education.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill addresses youth with substance use disorder (a healthcare issue), aiming to provide opportunity (likely access to treatment/services), directly supporting mental health services per topic description.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 9, 2026

H 3950: An Act relative to supporting parents in recovery from substance use disorder and enhancing child welfare

By Representative LeBoeuf of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3950) of David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf relative to parents in recovery from substance use disorder and child welfare. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill directly supports mental health/substance use recovery services for parents, enhancing access to healthcare treatment within child welfare framework.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 30, 2026

H 2241: An Act relative to recovery housing in environmental justice communities

By Representative Worrell of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2241) of Christopher J. Worrell relative to recovery housing sober homes in environmental justice communities. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes recovery housing in environmental justice communities to support mental health and substance use services, directly advancing access to treatment programs.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes recovery housing (sober homes) in environmental justice communities, targeting underserved areas and addressing housing needs for vulnerable populations in a specific housing context.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse

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