Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 266: An Act minimizing trauma to children and families
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 266 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act minimizing trauma to children and families. Primary sponsor: Joan Meschino (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (October 15, 2025): Accompanied a new draft, see H4599.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Meschino of Hull, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 266) of Joan Meschino relative to the custody of certain children involved with the Department of Children and Families. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joan Meschino | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 3rd Plymouth |
“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 new draft, see H4599
- Hearing scheduled for 07/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities