Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 1635: An Act authorizing pharmacists to provide opioid use disorder treatment
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 1635 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act authorizing pharmacists to provide opioid use disorder treatment. Primary sponsor: John Velis (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 12, 2026): Committee recommended ought to pass 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. 1635) of John C. Velis for legislation to authorize pharmacists to provide opioid use disorder treatment. Public Health.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Velis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Hampden and Hampshire |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
- Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing
- Hearing scheduled for 06/11/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Public Health