MA H1655

Bill

MA H1655

Regarding Huntington's Disease awareness month

Introduced
01/23/2017

In Committee
04/09/2018

Crossed Over

Passed

Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

By Mr. Cantwell of Marshfield, a petition of James M. Cantwell and others for the annual issuance of a proclamation by the Governor setting aside the month of May as Huntington’s Disease awareness month. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to amend Chapter 6 of the General Laws in Massachusetts to require the governor to annually issue a proclamation setting apart the month of May as Huntington's Disease Awareness Month in the state. The bill aims to increase public awareness about Huntington's Disease, which is a rare and inherited disorder that affects the brain and nervous system.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (9)

James Cantwell (D), Josh Cutler (D), Kim Ferguson (R), Hannah Kane (R), Barbara L'Italien (D), James Miceli (D), Matt Muratore (R), Patrick O'Connor (R), Timothy Whelan (R),

Last Action

No further action taken (on 01/01/2019)

Official Document

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1655

(7 Companion Bills)

Version:

Document Type	Source Location
State Bill Page	https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1655
Bill	https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H1655.pdf

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