Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 253: An Act relative to modernizing licensure of dietitians and nutritionists
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 253 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to modernizing licensure of dietitians and nutritionists. Primary sponsor: Jason Lewis (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (August 20, 2026): Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3258.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 253) of Jason M. Lewis for legislation to modernize licensure of dietitians and nutritionists by creating a Dietetics and Nutrition board. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Lewis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Fifth 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
- Accompanied a study order (under JR10), see S3258
- Reporting date extended to Friday July 31, 2026
- Hearing scheduled for 06/11/2025 from 09:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1
- House concurred
- Discharged to the committee on Public Health
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure