Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
SD 3838: An Act relative to assisted living residences in the Commonwealth
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SD 3838 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on April 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to assisted living residences in the Commonwealth. Primary sponsor: Pat Jehlen (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 13, 2026): Referred to the committee on Aging and Independence.
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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) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation relative to assisted living residencies in the Commonwealth. Aging and Independence.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pat Jehlen | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Second 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
- Referred to the committee on Aging and Independence
- Rules suspended
- Referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently