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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
12/18/2025
12/18/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
194th General Court
Bill Summary
By Representative Lewis of Framingham, a petition of Jack Patrick Lewis for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor setting apart December first through the eighth as getting to zero week. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.
AI Summary
This bill requires the Governor of Massachusetts to issue an annual proclamation designating December 1st through 8th as "Getting to Zero Week", a period aimed at raising public awareness about efforts to end the HIV and AIDS epidemic. The proclamation's specific goals are to promote understanding of the community's commitment to achieving three key objectives: zero new HIV infections, zero HIV-related deaths, and zero HIV-related stigma. The bill recommends that citizens and communities observe the week in an appropriate manner, effectively creating an annual awareness and recognition period focused on HIV/AIDS prevention, treatment, and destigmatization. By establishing this official week, the bill seeks to highlight ongoing public health efforts and encourage continued community engagement in addressing the HIV/AIDS epidemic.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Read second and ordered to a third reading (on 01/12/2026)
Official Document
bill text
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3381 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3381.pdf |
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