Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 296: An Act protecting vulnerable adults from financial exploitation
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 296 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act protecting vulnerable adults from financial exploitation. Primary sponsor: Paul McMurtry (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 26, 2026): Accompanied a new draft, see H5300.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative McMurtry of Dedham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 296) of Paul McMurtry relative to financial exploitation of certain adults with disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paul McMurtry | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 11th 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 new draft, see H5300
- Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026
- Recommitted to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities
- Reported on a part of H4883
- Reported from the committee on House Rules
- Accompanied a study order, see H4883
- Reporting date extended to Friday, January 30, 2026
- Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 1:00 PM-5:00 PM in B-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities