An Act to strengthen the Commonwealth's strategic preparedness stockpiles
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to bolster Massachusetts’s readiness for emergencies by strengthening the state’s stockpiles of essential supplies. It seeks to ensure the Commonwealth has adequate resources to respond effectively to various crises, including natural disasters and public health emergencies. The legislation focuses on improving the management and maintenance of these stockpiles to maximize their utility. Specifically, it directs the state to review and update its stockpiling procedures and inventory.
Key provisions
- Requires a review of the Commonwealth’s existing strategic preparedness stockpiles.
- Directs the state to update stockpiling procedures and protocols.
- Mandates regular inventory assessments of stockpiled materials.
- Expands the types of materials that may be included in the stockpiles.
- Establishes a process for ensuring the timely replenishment of stockpiles.
- Requires the creation of a plan for distributing stockpiled materials during an emergency.
- Addresses the maintenance and storage requirements for stockpiled items.
Who is affected
- State government agencies responsible for emergency preparedness
- Massachusetts residents
- Emergency responders
- Public health officials
Notable changes
- The bill mandates a comprehensive review of current stockpiling practices.
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
William J. Driscoll Jr.
Cosponsor
William J. Driscoll Jr.
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