An Act modernizing the 6 fundamental rights
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to update and modernize the six fundamental rights in Massachusetts, focusing on areas such as mental health, substance use, and recovery. It seeks to ensure these rights are clearly defined, effectively protected, and responsive to evolving needs within the state. The legislation intends to strengthen existing frameworks and potentially introduce new provisions to better support individuals’ rights in these critical areas. The bill is currently under review by the Senate Ways and Means Committee.
Key provisions
- Modernization of the six fundamental rights.
- Increased focus on mental health and substance use recovery.
- Potential updates to existing legal frameworks.
- Establishment of clearer definitions for fundamental rights.
- Strengthening protections for individuals' rights.
Who is affected
- Individuals with mental health conditions
- Individuals struggling with substance use disorders
- Recovery support services recipients
- Massachusetts residents
- Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery sector
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Sponsors
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5 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Michael O. Moore
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