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MA H2515
Bill
Status
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Bridget Plouffe
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AI Summary
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Law enforcement officers, healthcare providers, firefighters, EMS personnel, and paramedics exposed to blood, semen, or other bodily fluids while on duty may petition superior court to compel HIV testing of the source individual
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Court-ordered HIV test results would be shared only with the exposed public safety official and their medical care provider
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Amends Chapter 111 of Massachusetts General Laws by adding new section 70I to establish this petition process
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Creates an exception to existing HIV testing consent requirements (Section 70F) for tests performed under court order pursuant to this new section
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Filed on January 17, 2025 by Representative Bridget Plouffe of the 9th Plymouth District; similar legislation was previously filed as House No. 3607 in the 2023-2024 session
Legislative Description
Relative to the exposure of public safety officials to HIV
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5234
3/16/2026