Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

H2442 — An Act protecting patients and healthcare workers from exposure to surgical smoke

  1. 1
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there are no live odds of enactment. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill aims to protect patients and healthcare workers from surgical smoke exposure.

The bill addresses the risks posed by surgical smoke during medical procedures. It seeks to implement measures to minimize exposure to ensure the safety of both patients and healthcare workers.

What this means for you
  • Healthcare: This means healthcare workers will have reduced exposure to potentially harmful surgical smoke.

Summary

An Act protecting patients and healthcare workers from exposure to surgical smoke

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (203)

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Frequently asked questions

What does H2442 do?
An Act protecting patients and healthcare workers from exposure to surgical smoke
Who sponsors H2442?
H2442 is sponsored by James K. Hawkins (Democrat).
What is the current status of H2442?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track H2442?
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