An Act relative to social work uplifting practices and exam removal
194th
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
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An Act concerning the use of animals in product testing
194th
Massachusetts would ban traditional animal tests when valid non-animal methods exist, require a regulatory framework to standardize alternatives, with medical research exempt.
Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
An Act to address conflicts of interest in the use of temporary nursing agencies at skilled nursing facilities
194th
Tightens conflicts of interest: 5%+ TNA owners with SNF licenses cannot staff those SNFs; DPH must amend regs and seek emergency adoption within 180 days.
Reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing
An Act expanding access to family, friend, and neighbor-provided childcare
194th
Bill H 542 enhances access to family, friend, and neighbor childcare in Massachusetts by ensuring fair pay for caregivers and supporting families with affordable options.
Reporting date extended to Wednesday, December 17, 2025
An Act to increase access to healthcare for ostomy patients
194th
Hearing scheduled for 09/17/2025 from 12:30 PM-04:30 PM in Gardner Auditorium
