Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 1421: An Act relative to the mental health of children in schools
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 1421 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to the mental health of children in schools. Primary sponsor: John Velis (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (November 6, 2025): Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Velis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1421) of John C. Velis and Mark C. Montigny for legislation relative to the mental health of children in schools. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Velis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Hampden and Hampshire |
| Mark Montigny | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Second Bristol and 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
- Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
- Hearing scheduled for 06/30/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery