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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation relative to persons with developmental disabilities. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
AI Summary
This bill amends the definition of "person with a developmental disability" in Massachusetts law. The bill expands the definition to include individuals 5 years of age or older with severe, chronic disabilities that are likely to continue indefinitely and result in substantial functional limitations in at least 3 major life activities. It also includes individuals under 5 years of age with substantial developmental delays or specific conditions that have a high probability of resulting in a developmental disability without services. The bill clarifies that a person with a developmental disability may also be considered mentally ill, but cannot be considered solely mentally ill due to their developmental disability. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2025.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (10)
Joan Lovely (D)*,
Mike Barrett (D),
Michael Brady (D),
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Paul Feeney (D),
John Keenan (D),
Mike Moore (D),
Susan Moran (D),
Angelo Puppolo (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a new draft, see H4625 (on 05/13/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S103 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S103.pdf |
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