Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 1697: An Act relative to psychological evaluations for persons considered a danger to themselves or others
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 1697 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to psychological evaluations for persons considered a danger to themselves or others. It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 26, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representatives Frost of Auburn and Sweezey of Duxbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1697) of Paul K. Frost and Joseph D. McKenna relative to psychological evaluations for persons considered a danger to themselves or others. The Judiciary.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Frost | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 7th Worcester |
| Joe McKenna | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 18th Worcester |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)
- Hearing rescheduled to 11/18/2025 from 01:00 PM-08:00 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing scheduled for 11/18/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on The Judiciary