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HD 2124

An Act providing safeguards for home healthcare workers

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by James Arena-DeRosa and 2 co-sponsors

Massachusetts bill establishing labor protections and safety standards for home healthcare workers to improve wages, conditions, and workplace safety.

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Bill Summary · HD 2124

Legislative bill overview

HD 2124 establishes new labor protections and safety standards for home healthcare workers in Massachusetts, including provisions for wages, working conditions, and workplace safety measures. The bill aims to address the vulnerable position of home care workers who provide essential services to elderly and disabled individuals in private residential settings. It creates enforceable safeguards that currently do not exist or are inadequately enforced in the home healthcare sector.

Why is this important

Home healthcare is one of the fastest-growing employment sectors, yet workers often face low wages, unpredictable scheduling, safety risks, and minimal job protections compared to facility-based healthcare workers. Strengthening these protections affects approximately 50,000+ Massachusetts workers and impacts the quality and stability of care for vulnerable populations who depend on these services. The bill directly influences both worker welfare and the sustainability of home care availability.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost implications: Employers and agencies may argue that expanded protections increase operational costs, potentially raising fees for consumers or reducing profit margins
  • Implementation complexity: Enforcing standards in private homes presents practical challenges around inspections, documentation, and regulatory oversight compared to centralized facilities
  • Scope and definition clarity: Disputes may arise over which workers qualify for protections (full-time vs. part-time, independent contractors vs. employees) and what specific safeguards are mandated

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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