Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 2224: An Act relative to improving mental health care through innovation
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 2224 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to improving mental health care through innovation. Primary sponsor: Paul McMurtry (Democratic). 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 McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2224) of Paul McMurtry that the Department of Mental Health be authorized to establish a program for the treatment and support of people with mental illness and brain-based disorders. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul McMurtry | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11th Norfolk |
“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 11/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery