Massachusetts H245: An Act regarding the use of aversive therapy

Sponsors

• Danielle Gregoire (D, 4th Middlesex) · primary sponsor
• James Eldridge (D, Middlesex and Worcester)
• Rebecca Rausch (D, Norfolk, Worcester and Middlesex)
• Margaret Scarsdale (D)
• Tara Hong (D)
• William MacGregor (D, 10th Suffolk)
• Patricia Jehlen (D, Second Middlesex)
• Adrian Madaro (D)
• Samantha Montaño (D)
• Natalie Higgins (D, 4th Worcester)
• Erika Uyterhoeven (D, 27th Middlesex)
• Paul Feeney (D, Bristol and Norfolk)

Latest actions

1. February 17, 2026: Accompanied a study order, see H4919
2. January 15, 2026: Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026
3. November 10, 2025: Hearing scheduled for 11/10/2025 from 12:00 PM-12:00 PM in Written Testimony Only
4. November 7, 2025: Hearing scheduled for 11/18/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
5. February 27, 2025: Senate concurred
6. February 27, 2025: Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities

Common questions

What is H245?

H245 is a bill in the Massachusetts Legislature (194th General Court): An Act regarding the use of aversive therapy.

What is the status of H245?

Failed as of February 17, 2026. Latest action: Accompanied a study order, see H4919 (February 17, 2026).

Who sponsored H245?

Danielle Gregoire (D, 4th Middlesex), with 11 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for H245?

On the Massachusetts Legislature website: https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H245