Healthcare (Public Health)

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 20, 2026

S 1493: An Act for improving patient outcomes across the continuum

By Mr. Cronin, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1493) of John J. Cronin for legislation to improve patient outcomes across the continuum. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly aims to improve patient outcomes, directly strengthening healthcare services and public health initiatives without restrictions or defunding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 20, 2026

S 1613: An Act to increase access to health transportation

By Mr. Oliveira, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1613) of Jacob R. Oliveira for legislation to provide access to health transportation for vulnerable patients. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides health transportation access for vulnerable patients, directly improving healthcare access - a key support indicator.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 16, 2026

H 2405: An Act to ensure safe medication administration

HD 1840 restricts who can administer controlled substances (Schedules II-VI) to only licensed healthcare professionals like doctors, nurses, dentists, or veterinarians, or their supervised students. This directly affects healthcare providers and patients needing such medications, ensuring only qualified individuals handle these drugs. The bill includes key exceptions: patients may self-administer or supervise others if they understand their medication, emergency medical personnel can administer in crises, and family members or partners may assist in emergencies. It also specifically allows epinephrine pens to be used in emergencies without restriction.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill ensures safe medication administration, directly protecting patient safety in healthcare delivery under Public Health.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 26, 2026

H 1721: An Act for informed consent In public health

HD 578 establishes a new law in Massachusetts guaranteeing individuals the right to make informed choices about medical treatments, tests, procedures, and health information sharing without discrimination, coercion, or retaliation. It applies to all public entities (like government agencies and public facilities) and private entities providing services in public accommodations, education, employment, or healthcare. The law prohibits forcing medical interventions or penalizing people for refusing them, with exceptions only if an individual poses a direct threat to others after a strict, individualized assessment based on medical evidence. Violations allow individuals to sue for minimum $5,000 in compensatory damages per incident, injunctions, and attorney fees, with entities required to correct violations within 10 days of written notice.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates informed consent in public health, protecting patient rights per healthcare support indicators without restrictions.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 29, 2026

S 1480: An Act relative to physician workforce data collection

By Mr. Collins, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1480) of Nick Collins for legislation to allow the Board of Registration in Medicine to collect data and information concerning the cultural, ethical, linguistic, and education composition of the physician workplace. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCollects physician workforce data on cultural/linguistic composition to improve patient access and care quality, aligning with public health goals.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 1594: An Act to protect patients with Alzheimer's, dementia, and other psychiatric illnesses

By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1594) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation to protect patients with Alzheimer's, dementia, and other psychiatric illnesses. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly aims to protect patients with Alzheimer's/dementia under Public Health, aligning with patient rights and care strengthening indicators.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Mar 12, 2026

S 1635: An Act authorizing pharmacists to provide opioid use disorder treatment

By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1635) of John C. Velis for legislation to authorize pharmacists to provide opioid use disorder treatment. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAuthorizes pharmacists to provide opioid use disorder treatment, expanding access to public health services for substance use disorders.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health Substance Abuse

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 1522: An Act promoting patient safety and equitable access to care

By Ms. Edwards, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1522) of Lydia Edwards, Adam Gomez, Susannah M. Whipps, James B. Eldridge and other members of the General Court for legislation to promote patient safety and equitable access to care. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly promotes patient safety and equitable access to care, aligning with indicators to advance healthcare access and protect patient rights under Public Health.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 26, 2026

S 1536: Resolve addressing EMS and health care services shortfalls in southeastern Massachusetts

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by resolve, Senate, No. 1536) of Paul R. Feeney that provisions be made to address EMS and health care services shortfalls in southeastern Massachusetts. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAddresses EMS and healthcare service shortfalls in southeastern Massachusetts, aiming to strengthen regional healthcare access and services.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Mar 5, 2026

S 1579: An Act to eliminate barriers and expand abortion access

By Ms. Miranda, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1579) of Liz Miranda and Manny Cruz for legislation to eliminate barriers and expand abortion access for patients under the age of 16. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands abortion access for minors, directly improving patient access to reproductive healthcare services under Public Health.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health Women's Health

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