H2209

Establishing a special commission on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, including but not limited to investigation of PTSD caused by the COVID 19 Pandemic

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Establishes a special commission on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder to improve health outcomes and investigate PTSD caused by the COVID 19 Pandemic.

The bill establishes a Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Commission in Massachusetts to develop and update a strategic plan for improving health outcomes for individuals with PTSD. The Commission will include representatives from various sectors, including healthcare, research, and advocacy organizations. It will focus on advancing research, improving treatment, enhancing public awareness, and coordinating care delivery. Additionally, the Commission will investigate PTSD diagnoses and treatment successes resulting from the COVID 19 Pandemic.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jul 28, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery Hearing

History

Mar 30

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5319 (under House Rule 27)

Jul 18, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 07/28/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2

Jul 18, 2025

House

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order