SD 3404 Massachusetts Senate · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act relative to including inflammatory breast cancer awareness in nursing education, Marnie's Law

SD 3404, also known as "Marnie's Law," requires nursing education programs in the state to include specific training on inflammatory breast cancer (IBC) awareness. The bill directly affects nursing schools and future nurses by mandating curriculum additions about IBC, a rare but aggressive form of breast cancer often mistaken for infections. Key provisions include teaching IBC symptoms, diagnosis challenges, and the importance of early detection to prevent misdiagnosis. This Public Health legislation aims to improve patient outcomes by ensuring nurses are equipped to recognize IBC promptly.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Nov 2025
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Introduced Nov 26, 2025 Last action Dec 22, 2025
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Dec 22, 2025
Committee
Referred to the committee on Public Health
upper
Nov 26, 2025
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Referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently
upper
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