Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 1597: An Act relative to a healthier, stronger Massachusetts
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 1597 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to a healthier, stronger Massachusetts. Primary sponsor: Patrick O'Connor (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 15, 2026): Accompanied a new draft, see S2852.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1597) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation relative to a healthier, stronger Massachusetts in the wake of the novel coronavirus pandemic. Public Health.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patrick O'Connor | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | First Plymouth and Norfolk |
“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 S2852
- Hearing scheduled for 06/25/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Public Health