Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 538: An Act relative to emergency response and preparedness in the event of a surge in pediatric or adult hospitalizations
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
S 538 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to emergency response and preparedness in the event of a surge in pediatric or adult hospitalizations. Primary sponsor: Bill Driscoll (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 26, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see S2972.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Driscoll, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 538) of William J. Driscoll, Jr. relative to emergency response and preparedness in the event of surges in pediatric or adult hospitalizations. Emergency Preparedness and Management.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bill Driscoll | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Norfolk, Plymouth and Bristol |
“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, see S2972
- Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing
- Hearing scheduled for 10/22/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
- Referred to the committee on Emergency Preparedness and Management