Healthcare (Public Health)

passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 16, 2026

H 4120: An Act to declare emergency medical services an essential service

By Representative Davis of Great Barrington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4120) of Leigh Davis relative to emergency medical services. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareDeclares emergency medical services essential, ensuring priority protection and public health program alignment, directly strengthening healthcare access and service continuity.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Nov 17, 2025

S 1486: An Act relative to end of life options

By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1486) of Joanne M. Comerford, Rebecca L. Rausch, Mindy Domb, Mark D. Sylvia and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to end of life options. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates end-of-life options under Public Health, expanding patient access to health services and supporting patient choice in healthcare decisions.80% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 28, 2026

H 2506: An Act decriminalizing psilocybin as a treatment for PTSD and certain other conditions

This bill allows limited possession and transfer of psilocybin for specific groups: U.S. veterans, current/former law enforcement officers, and individuals with medically diagnosed qualifying conditions (like PTSD, based on clinical studies), provided they have no disqualifying conditions (e.g., schizophrenia). It permits up to 2 grams of psilocybin for personal use and up to 50 grams of dried mushrooms for non-commercial transfer, but explicitly prohibits sales, medical use authorization, or driving under its influence. The bill requires public health officials to publish annual lists of qualifying/disqualifying conditions with supporting studies, while stressing the state does not endorse psilocybin as a treatment. It expires if psilocybin is classified as a Schedule II drug under federal law.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareDecriminalizes psilocybin for PTSD treatment, expanding access to mental health therapy options under public health initiatives.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 1557: An Act relative to vaccines and preventing future disease outbreaks

By Mr. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1557) of Edward J. Kennedy and James B. Eldridge for legislation relative to vaccines and preventing future disease outbreaks. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill focuses on vaccine access and outbreak prevention, strengthening public health infrastructure directly supporting healthcare services and disease prevention programs.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1495: An Act relative to healthcare worker and first responder safety

By Mr. Cronin, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1495) of John J. Cronin for legislation relative to healthcare worker and first responder safety and HIV testing. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates safety protections for healthcare workers and includes HIV testing under public health, directly strengthening healthcare infrastructure and worker safety within healthcare services.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly mandates safety protections for healthcare workers and first responders, directly improving workplace safety standards under Labor & Employment.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1561: An Act creating an OBGYN loan repayment grant program

By Ms. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1561) of Robyn K. Kennedy for legislation to create an OBGYN loan repayment grant program. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates OBGYN loan repayment grants to attract/retain specialists, directly improving access to women's health services under public health initiatives.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House May 28, 2026

H 2553: An Act ensuring access to medical records

HD 3250, titled "An Act ensuring access to medical records," prohibits healthcare entities from charging separate fees for transmitting patient electronic medical records. This applies specifically when data transmission is needed for coverage, payment, care coordination, or health care quality improvement efforts. The bill directly affects hospitals, insurers, and other healthcare providers handling electronic health records. It creates a concrete policy change by banning additional charges for this standard administrative function, improving access to records without cost barriers.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill ensures patient access to medical records by addressing fees, improving access and protecting patient rights under Public Health.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 1525: An Act to ensure safe medication administration

By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1525) of James B. Eldridge and Michael D. Brady for legislation to ensure safe medication administration. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill ensures safe medication administration under Public Health, directly protecting patient safety and strengthening public health programs per summary.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 8, 2026

S 1571: An Act for healthy kids, healthy futures

By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1571) of Jason M. Lewis and Joanne M. Comerford for legislation to prohibit the marketing of sugary drinks in schools. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits sugary drink marketing in schools, a public health measure targeting childhood obesity prevention.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 16, 2026

H 2485: An Act concerning the cardiac health of children and student athletes

This bill requires healthcare professionals performing annual physicals for children aged 19 or younger to include specific cardiac screening questions during well-child visits and preparticipation sports exams. It mandates the use of a standardized 14-point cardiac screening form developed by major medical organizations, asking about family heart history, fainting during exercise, chest pain, and other warning signs. Schools must verify students have completed this screening before allowing participation in K-12 athletic teams, and healthcare providers must complete a new training module on cardiac assessment. The law creates a single statewide form for all schools and requires departments of education and public health to implement these requirements by 2026-2027.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates cardiac health screenings for student athletes under public health initiative, advancing preventive healthcare access and safety measures.90% confidence

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