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Introduced
10/10/2024
10/10/2024
In Committee
10/28/2024
10/28/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
By Representative Cabral of New Bedford and Senator Rodrigues, a joint petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Antonio F. D. Cabral, Michael J. Rodrigues and others for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor setting apart July 2 as Machado-Joseph disease awareness day. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to amend the Massachusetts General Laws to require the Governor to annually issue a proclamation designating July 2 as Machado-Joseph Disease Awareness Day. Machado-Joseph Disease is a hereditary neurodegenerative disorder that disproportionately affects families of Portuguese-Azorean descent in Massachusetts, and the bill aims to increase public recognition, support, and awareness of this condition.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (10)
Tony Cabral (D)*,
Michael Rodrigues (D)*,
Carol Doherty (D),
Dylan Fernandes (D),
Carole Fiola (D),
Chris Hendricks (D),
Christopher Markey (D),
Marc Pacheco (D),
Alan Silvia (D),
Dave Vieira (R),
Last Action
No further action taken (on 12/31/2024)
Bill Topics
Government Operations
- ‐ Federal Holidays and Celebrations
Health
- ‐ Treatment of Specific Diseases
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H5078 | 10/21/2024 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H5078.pdf | 10/21/2024 |
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