Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 240: An Act requiring licensure for use of graduated electronic decelerators
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 240 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act requiring licensure for use of graduated electronic decelerators. Primary sponsor: Bill Galvin (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 17, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H4919.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Galvin of Canton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 240) of William C. Galvin relative to licensure for the use of graduated electronic decelerators to alter behavior of persons with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bill Galvin | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6th 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 H4919
- Hearing scheduled for 11/18/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities