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Infants Affected by Prenatal Substance Exposure

A public hearing was held on May 21, 2026 regarding a new regulation 105 CMR 272.000, Standards Regulating the Care of Infants Identified as Being Affected by Prenatal Substance Exposure.

The Department of Public Health will hold a public hearing and comment period on establishing the minimum requirements that Health Care Providers involved in the delivery or care of infants with Prenatal Substance Exposure must meet.  This new regulation is being promulgated in accordance with M.G.L. c. 111, §§110D-110E.

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