Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
SD 1173: An Act relative to assisting elders and people with disabilities in the Commonwealth
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SD 1173 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on March 10, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to assisting elders and people with disabilities in the Commonwealth. Primary sponsor: Pat Jehlen (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (March 10, 2025): House concurred.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Ms. Jehlen, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 138) of Patricia D. Jehlen and James B. Eldridge for legislation to provide emergency aid to certain elderly and disabled residents. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pat Jehlen | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Second Middlesex |
| Jamie Eldridge | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Middlesex and 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
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities