S 169 Massachusetts Senate · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act relative to health care quality for children and youth

This bill requires the state to establish health care quality standards for children and youth in state custody, specifically those in Department of Youth Services facilities. It directly affects minors under state care in residential programs or group homes. The key provision mandates that health care services meet defined quality benchmarks, including regular health screenings and mental health support. The law aims to ensure consistent, high-quality medical and psychological care for this vulnerable population.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Feb 2025
House Passage
Feb 2025
Governor
Introduced Feb 27, 2025 Last action Nov 26, 2025
Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 27, 2025
Lower · Passed
House concurred
lower
Feb 27, 2025
Committee
Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities
upper
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor

Sponsors