Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
SD 865: An Act related to the risk of getting cancer due to the consumption of alcohol
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SD 865 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act related to the risk of getting cancer due to the consumption of alcohol. Primary sponsor: John Keenan (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (February 27, 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 Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1550) of John F. Keenan and James B. Eldridge for legislation to require establishments that sell alcoholic beverages to post the risk of cancer due to the consumption of alcohol. Public Health.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Keenan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Norfolk and Plymouth |
| 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 Public Health