S 1711
An Act regarding consistent care for addiction rooted in evidence
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Bill overview
This bill requires all state and county correctional facilities in Massachusetts to provide medication for addiction treatment (MAT) to individuals with substance use disorders or alcohol use disorders. The goal is to offer evidence-based care within the correctional system. This legislation aims to improve the quality of care for incarcerated individuals struggling with addiction.
Key provisions
- Requires state and county correctional facilities to offer MAT.
- Covers both substance use disorders and alcohol use disorders.
- Aligns with evidence-based practices for addiction treatment.
- Addresses healthcare needs within the correctional system.
Who is affected
- State correctional facilities
- County correctional facilities
- Individuals with substance use disorders
- Individuals with alcohol use disorders
- Correctional staff
Notable changes
- Establishes a requirement for MAT provision, expanding access to treatment.
- Focuses on evidence-based treatment approaches.
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Primary sponsor
John F. Keenan
Cosponsor
John F. Keenan
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Bill S.1711 194th (Current)
An Act regarding consistent care for addiction rooted in evidence
By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1711) of John F. Keenan for legislation to require all state and county correctional facilities to provide medication for addiction treatment (MAT) for substance use disorder or alcohol use disorder. Public Safety and Homeland Security.
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Bill Information
Presenter: John F. Keenan
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.1711
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/26/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 1/22/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 2/26/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2972 |
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