H 4345 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act improving access to breast pumps

This bill requires health insurance plans to cover multi-user breast pumps for mothers of newborns with specific medical needs, such as those in intensive care or with conditions preventing direct breastfeeding. It mandates coverage for the pump's rental, replacement parts (like tubing and valves), storage bags, and microwave sterilization bags. Additionally, it requires coverage for initial and ongoing support from International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs). The pump must be provided within 24 hours of hospital discharge, applying to Commonwealth employees' group insurance, Medicaid plans, and private health insurance policies meeting certain criteria.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jul 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jul 31, 2025 Last action Apr 15, 2026
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Total actions
6
Key actions
2
Committee
3
Apr 15, 2026
Committee
Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means
lower
Jul 31, 2025
Lower · Passed
Reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing
lower
Jul 31, 2025
Lower · Passed
Reported from the committee on Financial Services
lower
0 primary · 4 co-sponsors

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