Massachusetts 2023-2024 Regular Session

Massachusetts Senate Bill S2648

Introduced

2/15/24

Refer

2/15/24

Refer

2/20/24

Caption

Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Public Health to make an investigation and study of certain current Senate documents relative to public health matters.

Impact

The potential impact of S2648 on state laws includes the facilitation of more structured analysis concerning healthcare policies, their effectiveness, and areas for improvement. Through this investigation, the committee can identify gaps in existing legislation and propose changes that enhance the quality of healthcare services. The investigation may lead to new measures aimed at improving patient care and safety, addressing issues like healthcare accessibility, which are increasingly critical in Massachusetts. Additionally, the outcome of such an investigation could influence future laws dealing directly with public health topics, making them more responsive to community needs.

Summary

Senate Bill S2648 was introduced in the Massachusetts General Court with the aim of authorizing the joint committee on Public Health to conduct an investigation and study of several current Senate documents. This bill emphasizes the need to scrutinize various health-related issues that impact public health. The aim is to ensure comprehensive analysis and evaluation of legislative approaches towards improving health outcomes across the state. By establishing this investigative mandate, S2648 seeks to prioritize public health needs and align legislative efforts with emerging challenges in healthcare delivery.

Contention

Discussions surrounding S2648 may raise questions about the scope and purpose of the investigation. Critics may voice concerns over whether legislative investigations adequately address urgent public health crises, such as those highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic. Furthermore, there may be debate about resource allocation towards these investigations versus direct funding for existing health programs. These discussions could shape how public stakeholders view the priorities of the legislature regarding public health and whether enough attention is being paid to immediate health concerns on the ground.

Latest S2648 Activity

Companion Bills

MA S1427

Replaces Relative to improving outcomes for sudden cardiac arrest

MA S1339

Replaces Expanding after-death care options

MA S1474

Replaces Relative to sudden cardiac arrest awareness

MA S1463

Replaces Relative to public safety and public health worker protections

MA S1433

Replaces Relative to stroke data reporting

MA S1345

Replaces Relative to tobacco harm-reduction

MA S1410

Replaces Resolve increasing diagnostic testing preparedness

MA S1409

Replaces Relative to HLTV 111 tests

MA S1403

Replaces Governing the operation of ambulance services by not-for-profit hospital systems or services

MA S1378

Replaces Regarding death certificates online

MA S1429

Replaces Relative to dental hygienists

MA S1332

Replaces Protecting patients and health care workers from exposure to surgical smoke

MA S1363

Replaces Resolve establishing a special commission to broaden the availability of naloxone

MA S1467

Replaces Establishing a commission on quality patient outcomes and nurse staffing

MA S1346

Replaces Relative to certainty of continuing education for chiropractors

MA S1437

Replaces Supporting school-based substance use prevention through evidenced-based positive social norms marketing

MA S1368

Replaces Relative to patient identity and privacy protection in waiting rooms

MA S1341

Replaces Further regulating the sale of tobacco products

MA S1398

Replaces Supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities including autism

MA S1439

Replaces To conduct a public health study of synthetic drugs in the commonwealth

MA S1357

Replaces Enabling trained dental hygienists to administer dermal fillers and botox

MA S1470

Replaces Relative to personal health information portability and accessibility

MA S1438

Replaces To protect patients with Alzheimer's, dementia, and other psychiatric illnesses

MA S1462

Replaces Relative to requiring trauma kits in public buildings

MA S1420

Replaces Expanding healthcare proxy access to medical records

MA S1445

Replaces Relative to the safety of Autistic and Alzheimer's individuals

MA S1344

Replaces To improve outcomes for individuals with Parkinson’s disease

MA S1393

Replaces Relative to color coded patient wristbands

MA S1365

Replaces Authorizing Valley Chapel in the town of Uxbridge to construct and operate a columbarium for the disposition of ashes of certain community members

MA S1416

Replaces To prevent death and disability from stroke

MA S163

Replaces Expanding options for EMT paramedics

MA S1441

Replaces Establishing a newborn health and safe sleep pilot program

MA S1399

Replaces Relative to expanding access to healthy food choices in vending machines on state property

MA S1440

Replaces Enabling trained school personnel to administer life saving epinephrine treatment

MA S1348

Replaces Relative to health care transparency

MA S1443

Replaces Relative to protecting air quality from carbon-emitting energy generators

MA S1447

Replaces Relative to a healthier, stronger Massachusetts

MA S1425

Replaces Relative to pharmacists as healthcare providers

MA S1421

Replaces To combat V.I.P. syndrome to protect health care integrity and quality

MA S1449

Replaces To ban single use plastic applicators

MA S1361

Replaces Promoting patient safety and equitable access to care

MA S1442

Replaces Establishing a special commission to find the best practices to promote education, awareness, and prevention of Lyme disease

MA S1461

Replaces Relative to liability protection for disaster volunteers

MA S1411

Replaces To review hospitalization and emergency restraints in involuntary commitment

MA S1469

Replaces Relative to environmental public health

MA S1472

Replaces Providing safeguards for home healthcare workers

MA S1364

Replaces To repeal the state menthol ban

MA S1386

Replaces Relative to the determination of need of new technology

MA S1397

Replaces To protect youth from the harms of tobacco and e-cigarette products

MA S1360

Replaces Relative to delivered food

MA S1451

Replaces Relative to environmentally-friendly burial alternatives

MA S1430

Replaces Relative to hormonal contraceptives

MA S1475

Replaces Establishing the Lead Poisoning Prevention Trust Fund

MA S1376

Replaces To promote public safety and certainty related to child deaths

MA S1370

Replaces Relative to student safety in interscholastic athletic activities

MA S1452

Replaces To ensure safe medication administration

MA S1435

Replaces Authorizing pharmacists to provide opioid use disorder treatment

MA S1362

Replaces Relative to the Massachusetts lead law and promoting equal access to lead-free housing

MA S1390

Replaces Decreasing food waste by standardizing the date labeling of food

MA S1366

Replaces Improving newborn screening tests

MA S2576

Replaces Relative to expanding the newborn screening panel