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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
03/25/2024
03/25/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to establish a task force (including members of the General Court) to examine the impact of obesity in the Commonwealth. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a Task Force on the Impacts of Obesity in the Commonwealth. The task force will be chaired by the President of the Senate and the Speaker of the House, and will include members from various state agencies, healthcare organizations, and business groups. The task force will examine the impact of obesity on healthcare costs, productivity, wellness, and co-morbidities, and make recommendations on screening, prevention, treatment, and addressing the societal and behavioral impacts of obesity. The task force will also explore the social, economic, racial, and ethnic impacts on conditions like diabetes.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4854 (on 07/18/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2263 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2263.pdf |
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