H 2557
An Act relative to requiring trauma kits in public buildings
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to require public buildings in Massachusetts, such as schools, libraries, and government offices, to have readily available trauma kits and trained personnel to respond to medical emergencies. The goal is to improve the immediate response to critical injuries and potentially save lives in situations where immediate medical assistance is needed. It aims to standardize preparedness across various public spaces within the state. Currently, the bill is awaiting consideration in the Public Health committee.
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Marcus S. Vaughn
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Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Marcus S. Vaughn
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Bill H.2557 194th (Current)
An Act relative to requiring trauma kits in public buildings
By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2557) of Marcus S. Vaughn for legislation to authorize trauma kits, so-called, and trained designees in certain public buildings. Public Health.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Marcus S. Vaughn
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.2557
| 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 |
| 10/29/2025 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H4659 |
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