The Senate session on June 18, 2025, commenced with the adoption of Amendment number 66, proposed by Senator Barrett, concerning Energy Storage Systems and the Energy Facilities Siting Board (EFSB). Following a brief recess, the session resumed with a report from the Committee on Ways and Means.

The committee reported on Senate Bill 2522, which aims to strengthen healthcare protections in the Commonwealth. The committee recommended that the bill be amended by substituting a new draft, designated as Senate Bill 2538. Senator Michael J. Robject presented this recommendation on behalf of the committee.

Senator Rogers from Bristol and Plymouth introduced an order to schedule a second meeting for the bill's immediate consideration on Thursday, June 26, 2025. Senator Friedman moved to suspend the rules to expedite this matter, and there were no objections. The motion was put to a vote, and the order was adopted unanimously.

Additionally, Senator Tarr filed a new item, referred to as Member number 3, which was acknowledged during the session.

In summary, the Senate session effectively advanced key healthcare legislation and facilitated the consideration of new amendments, setting the stage for further discussions in the upcoming meeting.