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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 27, 2025

HD 3064: An Act further defining eligibility for medical use marijuana

By Representative Soter of Bellingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 176) of Michael J. Soter, Brian W. Murray and Joseph D. McKenna for legislation to further regulate eligibility for medical use marijuana. Cannabis Policy.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareDefines eligibility for medical marijuana, improving patient access to healthcare treatment options within medical use framework.75% confidence

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in committee · Massachusetts · House May 12, 2025

HD 2225: An Act establishing an emergency medical services licensure compact

By Representative Davis of Great Barrington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4119) of Leigh Davis for legislation to establish an emergency medical services licensure compact. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes interstate licensure compact for EMS providers, improving cross-state emergency medical service access and coordination under Public Health.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Public Health

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 16, 2026

H 4119: An Act establishing an emergency medical services licensure compact

By Representative Davis of Great Barrington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4119) of Leigh Davis for legislation to establish an emergency medical services licensure compact. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes EMS licensure compact to enable cross-state practice, improving access to emergency medical services and supporting EMS professionals. Directly advances healthcare services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medical Licensing Public Health

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 31, 2025

S 2561: An Act to promote student learning and mental health

The committee on Senate Ways and Means to whom was referred the Senate Bill to promote student learning and mental health (Senate, No. 2549), - reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2561).

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly promotes student learning and mental health, directly advancing educational outcomes. Committee recommends passage with amendment, indicating clear supportive intent for student well-being and learning programs.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly promotes mental health services for students, directly aligning with healthcare's mental health focus through advancement of services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 297: An Act to promote rehabilitation including guaranteed health, treatment, and safety for incarcerated LGBTQI+ People

By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1660) of Julian Cyr for legislation to promote rehabilitation including guaranteed health, treatment, and safety for incarcerated LGBTQI+ people. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill explicitly promotes rehabilitation programs for incarcerated LGBTQI+ people, aligning with criminal justice reform indicators like improved rehabilitation and civil rights protection.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareGuarantees healthcare access and treatment for incarcerated LGBTQI+ individuals, directly advancing health services in correctional settings per bill's explicit language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 16, 2026

H 2422: An Act relative to Parkinson's Disease public awareness and education

By Representative Galvin of Canton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2422) of William C. Galvin that the Department of Public Health be authorized to establish a Parkinson's disease public information and education program. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAuthorizes Department of Public Health to establish Parkinson's awareness/education program, advancing public health education within healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

HD 4385: An Act expanding the treatment of cleft palate and cleft lip

By Representative Ultrino of Malden, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Steven Ultrino relative to the treatment of cleft palate and cleft lip. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly expands treatment access for cleft palate/lip, improving patient care and aligning with healthcare advancement indicators.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House May 29, 2025

H 163: An Act to Modernize the Massachusetts Medical Marijuana Program

By Representative Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 163) of David M. Rogers relative to the Massachusetts Medical Marijuana Program. Cannabis Policy.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareModernizes medical marijuana program, improving patient access to legal cannabis treatment as part of healthcare services.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Dec 31, 2025

H 238: An Act to provide a pilot program for low interest loans to families with a child suffering from a terminal illness

By Representative Frost of Auburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 238) of Paul K. Frost relative to providing low interest loans to families with children suffering from terminal illnesses. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProvides low-interest loans for terminal illness care costs, improving access to healthcare services for affected families.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 27, 2025

SD 622: An Act relative to medical records requests

By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1621) of Michael F. Rush and Paul McMurtry for legislation relative to medical records requests. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFacilitates patient access to medical records, aligning with patient rights and public health under the bill's Public Health focus.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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