Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 171: An Act to support maternal health
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 171 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to support maternal health. Primary sponsor: Becca Rausch (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (December 24, 2025): 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 Ms. Rausch, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 171) of Rebecca L. Rausch for legislation to support maternal health by providing financial assistance to an eligible pregnant person. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Becca Rausch | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Norfolk, Worcester and Middlesex |
“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
- Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-1
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities