Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 294: An Act to establish the Leslie law
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 294 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to establish the Leslie law. Primary sponsor: Chris Worrell (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. 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 Worrell of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 294) of Christopher J. Worrell relative to surveillance in out-of-home care facilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Worrell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 5th Suffolk |
| Patrick Kearney | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 4th 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 study order, see H4919
- Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities