Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 1606: An Act requiring AEDs in clubs and fraternal organizations
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 1606 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act requiring AEDs in clubs and fraternal organizations. Primary sponsor: Patrick O'Connor (Republican). Most recent recorded action (August 24, 2026): 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. O'Connor, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1606) of Patrick M. O'Connor for legislation to require AEDs in clubs and fraternal organizations and that mandatory training be provided to all staff and members. 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
- Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
- Reporting date extended to Friday July 31, 2026
- 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