Healthcare (Public Health)

passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 16, 2026

H 2431: An Act prohibiting the requirement of a COVID-19 vaccine, mRNA vaccine, or gene-altering procedure

HD 635 prohibits requiring proof of COVID-19, mRNA, or gene-altering procedure vaccination for entry to public spaces, schools, or businesses. It directly affects the Commonwealth government, all public agencies, schools (including colleges), and private businesses by banning them from demanding such proof for entry, enrollment, campus access, or employment. Key provisions block vaccination requirements in public buildings, educational institutions, and private businesses, while also prohibiting places of public accommodation from requiring proof of vaccination for entry. The bill applies broadly across state law to prevent any entity from mandating vaccination proof as a condition of access or participation.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareProhibits vaccine mandates, restricting public health measures requiring immunizations under healthcare policy, directly limiting a standard public health intervention.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1479: An Act to clarify prescription monitoring program activities

By Mr. Brownsberger, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1479) of William N. Brownsberger and Julian Cyr for legislation to clarify prescription monitoring program activities. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareClarifies prescription monitoring program to prevent misuse, strengthening public health initiatives within healthcare policy.85% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 1615: An Act to improve health care coordination and safe discharge

By Mr. Oliveira, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1615) of Jacob R. Oliveira for legislation to improve patient health care coordination and provide a clear discharge plan. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly improves healthcare coordination and safe discharge planning, directly advancing patient care continuity and reducing preventable errors per Public Health focus.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 18, 2025

S 1637: An Act wiring medical facilities, nursing homes, and medical training to support safer electromagnetic radiation exposures and to support reduction of other environmental hazards

By Mr. Velis (by request), a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1637) of Kirstin Beatty, for legislation to require medical facilities and nursing homes to support safer electromagnetic radiation exposures and to support reduction of other environmental hazards through facility wiring and training. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates safer electromagnetic radiation standards in medical facilities/nursing homes, directly enhancing healthcare environment safety and public health protections.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Aug 24, 2026

S 1606: An Act requiring AEDs in clubs and fraternal organizations

By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1606) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation to require AEDs in clubs and fraternal organizations and that mandatory training be provided to all staff and members. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires AEDs and mandatory training in public venues for cardiac emergencies, advancing public health safety protocols under explicit Public Health designation.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 26, 2026

S 1634: An Act ensuring access to medical records

By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1634) of John C. Velis for legislation to ensure access medical records by not allowing a separate fee to be charged for the transmission of data. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill removes fees for medical record transmission, directly improving patient access to health data per Public Health focus.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 1585: An Act expanding healthcare proxy access to medical records

By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1585) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation to expand health care proxy access to medical records. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands healthcare proxy access to medical records, improving patient access to health information under Public Health.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 12, 2026

H 2504: An Act providing for consumer access to and the right to practice complementary and alternative health care services

This bill establishes rules for non-licensed practitioners offering complementary and alternative health care services (like acupuncture, naturopathy, or massage therapy without state licensing). It requires these practitioners to provide clients with a written disclosure before services begin, including their qualifications, service details, and confidentiality policies, and obtain written client acknowledgment. The bill explicitly prohibits such practitioners from performing surgery, prescribing drugs, making medical diagnoses, or claiming to be licensed. It does not affect licensed health professionals or activities already permitted by law.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly expands consumer access to complementary/alternative health services, directly advancing patient access under healthcare policy.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 24, 2025

H 2412: An Act to update postural screenings in schools

This bill modifies school health screening requirements by changing the grade levels where annual postural screenings must occur. It removes the requirement for screenings in grade 5 and specifies screenings must be conducted in grades 6, 7, 8, or 9 instead of the previous grades 5 through 9. The change directly affects students in those specific grades and school health programs implementing the screenings. This is a technical adjustment to the existing law, not a new policy.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareUpdates school postural screenings under Public Health, enhancing preventive care access and early detection for students.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 16, 2026

H 2377: An Act to improve patient access to prescription medication

This bill amends Massachusetts law to expand when healthcare providers can dispense prescription medications directly to patients. It allows registered practitioners to dispense non-controlled medications and medications classified as Schedule VI through V (with safety rules), without requiring patients to go to a pharmacy first. Providers must inform patients they can also buy the medication elsewhere, and the change doesn't affect Schedule I drugs or emergency care. The law specifically targets direct dispensing by providers, not pharmacy access.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly aims to improve patient access to prescription medication, directly aligning with healthcare access indicators in the topic description.95% confidence

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