Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 5508: An Act relative to early intervention services for children with prenatal exposure to opioids
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HD 5508 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on January 8, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to early intervention services for children with prenatal exposure to opioids. It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 20, 2026): Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Public Health.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representatives Badger of Plymouth and LaNatra of Kingston, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michelle L. Badger relative to early intervention services for children with prenatal exposure to opioids. Public Health.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michelle Badger | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 1st Plymouth |
| Dylan Fernandes | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Plymouth and 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
- Reported, referred to the committee on Joint Rules, reported, rules suspended and referred to the committee on Public Health
- Referred to the committee on House Rules