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MA H2005

MA H2005
To prevent gun violence


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to screening certain patients for the presence of firearms in the home. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill aims to establish a program for firearm screening and counseling in Massachusetts. It requires the director to systematically screen all patients for the presence of firearms in the home and to develop regulations for the screening process and guidelines for safety counseling for individuals who test positive for having firearms in the home. The bill will take effect 6 months after its passage.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (18)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4449 (on 02/24/2020)

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