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Introduced
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
In Committee
02/27/2025
02/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
194th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to clarify prescription monitoring program activities. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill modifies the prescription drug monitoring program by specifically excluding testosterone from the list of drugs that are tracked and monitored. The legislation requires the state department to remove testosterone from the prescription drug monitoring system, and mandates that any existing data about testosterone prescriptions and dispensing be immediately deleted upon the bill's passage. The prescription drug monitoring system, typically used to track controlled substances and potentially addictive medications to prevent misuse, will no longer collect or maintain records related to testosterone prescriptions. This change suggests a policy decision to reduce administrative burden or privacy concerns specifically related to testosterone, which is a hormone medication used for various medical treatments including hormone replacement therapy.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Reporting date extended to Thursday, October 9, 2025 (on 09/11/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2502 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H2502.pdf |
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