Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 2219: An Act expanding access to mental health services and strengthening risk assessment protocols
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 2219 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act expanding access to mental health services and strengthening risk assessment protocols. Primary sponsor: Kathy LaNatra (Democratic). It lists 6 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 30, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (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 Representative LaNatra of Kingston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2219) of Kathleen R. LaNatra and others for legislation to expand access to mental health services and strengthen risk assessment protocols. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kathy LaNatra | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 12th Plymouth |
| Michelle Badger | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 1st Plymouth |
| Mike Brady | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Second Plymouth and Norfolk |
| Patrick Kearney | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 4th Plymouth |
| Mike Moore | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Second Worcester |
| Jeff Roy | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 10th Norfolk |
| Steve Xiarhos | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 5th Barnstable |
“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 H5319 (under House Rule 27)
- Hearing scheduled for 10/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery