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MA S1598
Bill
Status
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Patrick O'Connor
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AI Summary
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Establishes a special commission to study feasibility and best practices for a statewide education and awareness program to prevent Lyme disease and tick-borne illnesses
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Commission membership includes: Secretary of Health and Human Services, Commissioner of Public Health, a CDC representative, 2 House members, 2 Senate members, and 1 person diagnosed with Lyme disease
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First commission meeting required no later than December 1, 2025
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Commission must submit recommendations and draft legislation to the House and Senate clerks and the Joint Committee on Mental Health and Substance Abuse by July 1, 2026
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Similar legislation was filed in the previous session (Senate No. 1442 of 2023-2024)
Legislative Description
Establishing a special commission to find the best practices to promote education, awareness, and prevention of Lyme disease
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2790
12/4/2025