H 2216
An Act relative to the administration of anti-psychotic or other psychotropic substances to nursing home residents
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Bill overview
This bill addresses the administration of anti-psychotic and other psychotropic medications to residents of nursing homes in Massachusetts. It requires a review of current practices and aims to reduce the unnecessary use of these medications, focusing on improving resident care and quality of life. The bill seeks to ensure that medication decisions are made with a thorough understanding of the resident’s needs and potential alternatives.
Key provisions
- Requires a review of current practices regarding the prescription and administration of psychotropic medications in nursing homes.
- Promotes the use of alternative approaches to address behavioral issues in nursing home residents.
- Encourages a focus on comprehensive assessments to determine the underlying causes of behavioral symptoms.
- Supports the development of strategies to improve resident well-being and reduce reliance on medication.
- Mandates the reporting of data related to psychotropic medication use in nursing homes.
Who is affected
- Nursing home residents
- Nursing home staff
- Nursing home administrators
- Healthcare providers
- Families of nursing home residents
Notable changes
- The bill intends to reduce the use of psychotropic medications in nursing homes.
- It emphasizes a shift towards non-pharmacological interventions.
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Primary sponsor
Sally P. Kerans
Cosponsors
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
James B. Eldridge
John Francis Moran
Natalie M. Higgins
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Bill H.2216 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the administration of anti-psychotic or other psychotropic substances to nursing home residents
By Representative Kerans of Danvers, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2216) of Sally P. Kerans and Carmine Lawrence Gentile relative to anti-psychotic or other psychotropic. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
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Presenter: Sally P. Kerans
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.2216
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/14/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 1/12/2026 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 4/23/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5338 (under House Rule 27) |
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