Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 2443: An Act to protect little lungs
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 2443 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to protect little lungs. Primary sponsor: Jim Hawkins (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 16, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5234.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Hawkins of Attleboro, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2443) of James K. Hawkins for legislation to prohibit smoking in motor vehicles in which young children are passengers. Public Health.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jim Hawkins | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 2nd Bristol |
“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 H5234
- Hearing rescheduled to 07/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-06:05 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing rescheduled to 07/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-06:45 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing scheduled for 07/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Public Health