Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 2471: An Act to reduce temperature related illness in the Commonwealth
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 2471 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to reduce temperature related illness in the Commonwealth. Primary sponsor: Mike Kushmerek (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 Kushmerek of Fitchburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2471) of Michael P. Kushmerek relative to cooling centers during periods of excessive heat. Public Health.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Kushmerek | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 3rd 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 H5234
- Hearing rescheduled to 09/10/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:35 PM in B-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing scheduled for 09/10/2025 from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM in B-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Public Health