H2515
An Act relative to the exposure of public safety officials to HIV
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Bill overview
This bill addresses the risk of HIV exposure for public safety officials, such as police officers and firefighters, who may encounter bloodborne pathogens during their work. It aims to establish a process for these officials to receive preventative treatment, including PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis), without impacting their employment. The bill also mandates the creation of a study to examine the scope of the issue and potential solutions. It seeks to protect public safety personnel from potential HIV infection.
Key provisions
- Establishes a process for public safety officials to access PrEP.
- Requires the Department of Public Health to develop guidelines for PrEP access.
- Mandates a study to assess the prevalence of HIV exposure among public safety officials.
- Addresses potential legal protections for officials receiving PrEP.
- Ensures access to preventative treatment does not negatively impact employment.
Who is affected
- Police officers
- Firefighters
- Public safety officials
- Department of Public Health
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Creates a specific pathway for preventative treatment for public safety personnel.
- Requires a formal study to inform policy development.
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Bill H.2515 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the exposure of public safety officials to HIV
By Representative Plouffe of Brockton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2515) of Bridget Plouffe relative to the exposure of public safety officials to HIV. Public Health.
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Presenter: Bridget Plouffe
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2515
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Health |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/16/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/25/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 9/11/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Tuesday, October 21, 2025 |
| 3/16/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5234 |
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