Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 159: An Act relative to supporting families dealing with sudden unexplained death in pediatrics
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 159 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to supporting families dealing with sudden unexplained death in pediatrics. Primary sponsor: Joan Lovely (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. Lovely, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 159) of Joan B. Lovely for legislation relative to supporting families dealing with sudden unexplained death in pediatrics. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joan Lovely | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Second Essex |
| Patrick Kearney | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 4th 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
- Accompanied a new draft, see S2659
- Hearing scheduled for 07/08/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities