Senate, October 9, 2025 -- The committee on Senate Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill to increase access to disposable menstrual products (Senate, No. 2546),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2640).
By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 46) of Michael O. Moore and James B. Eldridge for legislation relative to the use of artificial intelligence and other software tools in healthcare decision-making. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
By Mr. Fernandes, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 35) of Dylan A. Fernandes and Michael D. Brady for legislation to promote employee physical and mental health and wellbeing by limiting the use of electronic monitoring tools. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.
By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 587) of James B. Eldridge for legislation to protect pollinators and public health by prohibiting the use of neonicotinoid pesticides. Environment and Natural Resources.
Senate, July 10, 2025 -- The committee on Public Health to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1549) of Patricia D. Jehlen, John F. Keenan, Michael J. Barrett, Patrick M. O'Connor and other members of the Senate for legislation to increase access to disposable menstrual products, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2546).
By Ms. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 155) of Joan B. Lovely, Sean Garballey, Alyson M. Sullivan-Almeida, James K. Hawkins and other members of the General Court for legislation relative to supported decision-making agreements for certain adults with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 138) of Patricia D. Jehlen and James B. Eldridge for legislation to provide emergency aid to certain elderly and disabled residents. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
Maddy summaryHD 867 establishes an advisory board to review and advise on services and policies for people with acquired brain injuries (including traumatic brain injury, stroke, or brain tumors) and their families. The board, composed of 20 members including state agency representatives, individuals with brain injuries, family caregivers, clinicians, and service providers, will meet quarterly to assess needs, monitor access to rehabilitation services, and track implementation of prior recommendations. It must file biennial reports with state leaders detailing progress on improving community-based support services and policy changes. The bill directly affects individuals with acquired brain injuries, their families, and the state agencies responsible for their care.
By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1483) of Joanne M. Comerford, Rebecca L. Rausch, John F. Keenan, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the Senate for legislation relative to menstrual product ingredient disclosure. Public Health.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates a task force to update certification and training standards for sexual assault counselors in Massachusetts. The task force, including state officials, advocacy groups, and survivor representatives, will study specific changes like training hours, certification levels, fees, and whether to establish licensure for rape crisis centers. It will focus on updating definitions, curriculum requirements, and feasibility of continuing education credits. The task force must submit its recommendations, including proposed legislation, to state lawmakers within one year. This directly affects sexual assault counselors, rape crisis centers, and their employees and volunteers by aiming to improve professional standards.
