Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 284: An Act enabling trained dental hygienists to administer dermal fillers and botox
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 284 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act enabling trained dental hygienists to administer dermal fillers and botox. Primary sponsor: Pavel Payano (Democratic). It lists 3 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 5, 2026): Accompanied a new draft, see S2822.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Payano, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 284) of Pavel M. Payano for legislation to enable trained dental hygienists to administer dermal fillers and botox. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pavel Payano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | First Essex |
| Jo Comerford | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Hampshire, Franklin and Worcester |
| Marc Lombardo | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 22nd Middlesex |
| Mike Moore | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Second Worcester |
“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 S2822
- Hearing scheduled for 09/08/2025 from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM in A-2
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure