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H 2206 In Committee

An Act enabling physician assistants to authorize psychiatric holds and ensure adequate training on their use

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

By Representatives Donaghue of Westborough and Kushmerek of Fitchburg, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2206) of Kate Donaghue, Michael P. Kushmerek and others for legislation to enable physician assistants to authorize psychiatric holds and ensure adequate training on their use. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Feb 27, 2025
Last action
Apr 23, 2026 — Accompanied a study order, see H5338 (under House Rule 27)
Session
194th
Momentum
46 · Moderate