H2235

Ensuring safe disposal of hypodermic needles and lancets in the Commonwealth

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Ensures safe disposal of hypodermic needles and lancets in Massachusetts by expanding collection programs to include all pharmacies, health clinics.

This bill amends the Massachusetts General Laws to enhance the safe disposal of hypodermic needles and lancets. It expands the scope of facilities required to implement sharps disposal programs to include all pharmacies, health clinics, hospitals, and nursing homes. The bill also removes the requirement for establishing sharps collection centers specifically in medical facilities and pharmacies, broadening the overall disposal program.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Sep 15, 2025

11:00 AM

Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery Hearing

History

Mar 30

House

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

Aug 7, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 09/15/2025 from 11:00 AM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium

Aug 7, 2025

House

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