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MA H1931
Relative to the availability of prescription medication during an emergency
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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the availability of prescription medication during an emergency. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 111 of the Massachusetts General Laws to require the state Department of Public Health, in consultation with various government agencies and stakeholders, to develop and publicize a statewide plan for ensuring the availability of prescription medications during a state of emergency declared by the Governor. The key provisions of the plan include allowing early refills of prescriptions, ensuring emergency access for medication delivery vehicles, coordinating with pharmaceutical industry stakeholders, and creating a safety net system to assist residents in locating needed medications during the emergency.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (12)
Bruce Ayers (D),
John Barrett (D),
Gerry Cassidy (D),
Carolyn Dykema (D),
Paul Feeney (D),
Carmine Gentile (D),
Jim Hawkins (D),
Stephen Hay (D),
Kate Hogan (D),
Louis Kafka (D),
John Rogers (D),
Walter Timilty (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see H4641 (on 04/16/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1931 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1931.pdf |
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