Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 3958: An Act relative to expanding pathogen testing capabilities for aquaculture
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 3958 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on March 31, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to expanding pathogen testing capabilities for aquaculture. Primary sponsor: Chris Flanagan (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 Flanagan of Dennis, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3958) of Christopher Richard Flanagan relative to expanding pathogen testing capabilities for aquaculture. Public Health.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Flanagan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1st Barnstable |
“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