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MA S1869
Relative to sleep deprivation avoidance and promotion of good sleeping practices
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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
07/30/2019
07/30/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to sleep deprivation avoidance and promotion of good sleeping practices. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to amend Chapter 6 of the General Laws in Massachusetts by adding two new sections. The first section requires the governor to annually issue a proclamation setting apart the second week of March as Massachusetts Sleep Awareness Week and the Sunday at the beginning of Daylight Saving Time as Massachusetts Sleep Awareness Day. This is intended to increase public awareness about sleep, sleep disorders, and the consequences of sleep deprivation. The second section requires the governor to annually issue a proclamation setting apart the second week of November as Massachusetts Drowsy Driving Prevention Week to raise awareness about the dangers of driving while sleepy, tired, drowsy, or exhausted.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules (on 07/30/2019)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1869 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S1869.pdf |
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