By Representative Pignatelli of Lenox, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2255) of Smitty Pignatelli and others that public health dental hygienists be able to bill third-party insurance carriers for services provided. Public Health.
By Representative Higgins of Leominster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2196) of Natalie M. Higgins and others relative to registered nurse patient assignment. Public Health.
Maddy summaryThis bill expands financial assistance for Massachusetts homeowners who remove or replace lead service lines in their homes. It defines lead service lines to include various lead pipes and galvanized lines connected to lead pipes, ensuring broader coverage for replacement efforts. The legislation also strengthens the state's program for detecting lead hazards by requiring inspections of properties with reported lead poisoning cases and mandating that owners notify mortgage lenders and tenants if lead pipes are found. These changes aim to improve access to funding and enhance the identification of lead risks in residential water systems.
By Representatives Higgins of Leominster and Lewis of Framingham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2193) of Natalie M. Higgins, Jack Patrick Lewis and others relative to expanding after-death options and the disposal of human bodies. Public Health.
Maddy summaryThis bill ensures that children involved with state agencies have better access to behavioral health services by clarifying the Department of Mental Health's role in providing specialized care and allowing it to offer non-mental health services as needed. It requires the creation of a model emergency response plan for group care settings that prioritizes behavioral health interventions and limits police involvement to situations involving imminent danger. Additionally, the legislation mandates that group homes implement these plans, provide staff with behavioral health training, and guarantee that children can return to their homes after medical or non-medical leave without the facility refusing readmission.
Maddy summaryThis bill amends Massachusetts law to explicitly authorize libraries to purchase and license electronic books and digital audiobooks. It directly affects a wide range of library types, including public, school, academic, and tribal libraries, by legally defining these digital formats and the companies that provide them. The legislation clarifies that "publishers" include both traditional book sellers and digital aggregators who license collections to libraries. By updating Chapter 78 of the General Laws, the bill removes potential legal barriers that might have prevented libraries from acquiring modern digital reading materials.
By Representatives González of Springfield and Moran of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2811) of Carlos González, Michael J. Moran and others for legislation to establish a tax incentive program for micro businesses to hire formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals receiving transitional benefits. Revenue.
By Representatives Vitolo of Brookline and Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2974) of Tommy Vitolo, David M. Rogers and others relative to senior property tax deferral. Revenue.
By Representative Garlick of Needham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3040) of Denise C. Garlick and others relative to providing for hybrid access to public meetings. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
By Representative Garballey of Arlington, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2802) of Sean Garballey and others relative to rental housing deleading income tax credit. Revenue.
