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passed · Massachusetts · House May 4, 2026

H 760: An Act to increase access to the flu vaccine for older adults

By Representative Consalvo of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 760) of Rob Consalvo relative to immunizations against influenza virus to all inpatients sixty-five years of age and older. Elder Affairs.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases flu vaccine access for seniors, expanding preventive healthcare access for vulnerable population.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Dec 4, 2025

H 2421: An Act relative to patient access to information regarding breast reconstructive surgery

By Representative Galvin of Canton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2421) of William C. Galvin relative to patient information regarding reconstructive surgery. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates patient access to information on breast reconstructive surgery, directly improving patient access to healthcare information per Public Health focus.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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in committee · Massachusetts · House May 20, 2026

H 4607: An Act relative to increasing access to epinephrine

This bill increases access to epinephrine for life-threatening allergic reactions by allowing pharmacists to dispense autoinjectors without a prescription under a statewide standing order, with liability protection for good-faith actions. It also shields first responders from drug possession charges when seeking medical help for anaphylaxis and permits businesses (like schools, restaurants, and sports venues) to maintain and store epinephrine supplies with staff training. Pharmacists must complete anaphylaxis recognition training, and all entities must report dispensing data anonymously to the state. The law aims to make emergency treatment more accessible while protecting those administering it.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRemoves prescription barriers for epinephrine access via pharmacists and businesses, improving emergency treatment for anaphylaxis and enhancing patient safety in healthcare settings.95% confidence

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Oct 20, 2025

S 2609: An Act to promote social-emotional learning

Senate, September 22, 2025 The committee on Education, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 316) of Cynthia Stone Creem for legislation to promote social-emotional learning; and (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 441) of Rebecca L. Rausch for legislation to ensuring access to mental health supports in K-12 schools, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2609).

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationPromotes social-emotional learning and ensures mental health access in K-12 schools, directly enhancing student support programs and curriculum.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill ensures mental health supports access in K-12 schools, directly supporting mental health services under healthcare topic as described.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 30, 2026

H 2381: An Act relative to creating accessible CNA training

By Representative Chan of Quincy, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2381) of Tackey Chan for legislation further regulating the training of certain employees of long term care facilities who provides nursing care. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates accessible CNA training for nursing care workers in long-term facilities, improving healthcare workforce availability and patient access to care in public health setting.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Oct 30, 2025

HD 4717: An Act establishing a board of registration of licensed mental health counselors

By Representative Badger of Plymouth, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michelle L. Badger for legislation to establish to a board of registration of licensed mental health counselors. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes licensing board for mental health counselors, strengthening professional standards and oversight in mental health services per bill title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 30, 2026

H 768: An Act relative to certified medical directors at skilled nursing facilities

By Representative Gordon of Bedford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 768) of Kenneth I. Gordon relative to certified medical directors at skilled nursing facilities. Elder Affairs.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandating certified medical directors at skilled nursing facilities improves oversight and patient care quality in healthcare facilities serving elderly populations.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 16, 2026

H 2471: An Act to reduce temperature related illness in the Commonwealth

By Representative Kushmerek of Fitchburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2471) of Michael P. Kushmerek relative to cooling centers during periods of excessive heat. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes cooling centers to prevent heat-related illness, a public health initiative protecting vulnerable populations during extreme heat.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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passed · Massachusetts · House Oct 2, 2025

H 611: An Act relative to emergency stock epinephrine in schools

By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 611) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others that schools be required to maintain non-patient specific epinephrine auto-injectors to be used in the event of anaphylactic emergencies. Education.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates schools to maintain epinephrine auto-injectors for anaphylaxis emergencies, improving immediate access to critical healthcare in public settings.95% confidence

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Apr 21, 2026

H 4554: An Act to improve sickle cell care

H 4554 requires MassHealth (Massachusetts' Medicaid program) and commercial health insurers to cover fertility preservation services - such as freezing eggs or sperm - before medical treatments that risk infertility, like those for sickle cell disease or cancer. It directly affects MassHealth enrollees and insured individuals in Massachusetts who face treatment-related infertility risks. The bill mandates coverage without discrimination based on age, sex, health status, or other personal characteristics. It also establishes a statewide committee to coordinate sickle cell disease care and address racial health disparities. The bill is pending approval after being reported favorably by the Health Care Financing committee.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates coverage of fertility preservation services for sickle cell/cancer patients, expanding insurance access without discrimination.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid

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