Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 148: An Act enhancing child welfare protections
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 148 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act enhancing child welfare protections. Primary sponsor: Robyn Kennedy (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (November 3, 2025): Accompanied a new draft, see S2659.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Ms. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 148) of Robyn K. Kennedy for legislation to enhance child welfare protections. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robyn Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | First Worcester |
| Lydia Edwards | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Third Suffolk |
“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 S2659
- Hearing scheduled for 05/13/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities