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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
By Representative Galvin of Canton, a petition of William C. Galvin and others that the Department of Public Health be authorized to establish a Parkinson's disease public information and education program. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill directs the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, in consultation with the Massachusetts Chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Association, to establish a Parkinson's disease public information and education program. The program would promote public awareness of Parkinson's disease and the value of early detection, covering topics such as the cause and nature of the disease, diagnostic procedures, lifestyle issues, environmental safety, and available services. The Department is also required to develop informational booklets on Parkinson's disease, make them widely available, and create educational programs for various personnel to help them recognize symptoms and respond to the needs of people with Parkinson's disease. Additionally, the Department must maintain a list of current providers of specialized Parkinson's disease services.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (6)
Bill Galvin (D)*,
Nick Collins (D),
Joe McGonagle (D),
Brian Murray (D),
Angelo Puppolo (D),
Adam Scanlon (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4739 (on 07/01/2024)
Official Document
bill text
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2170 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2170.pdf |
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