Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 323: An Act to mandate domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 323 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to mandate domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education. It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 28, 2026): Accompanied a new draft, see H4978.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representatives Barber of Somerville and Donato of Medford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 323) of Christine P. Barber for legislation to mandate domestic violence and sexual assault awareness education for certain licensed professionals. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christine Barber | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 34th Middlesex |
| Natalie M. Blais | Co-sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
“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 H4978
- Hearing rescheduled to 10/14/2025 from 10:00 AM-11:30 AM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
- Hearing scheduled for 10/14/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure