Healthcare

introduced · Massachusetts · House

H 5550: Amendment H.5550

Text of an amendment, recommended by the committee on Ways and Means, to the Senate Bill relative to toxic-free medical devices. (Senate, No. 3106). June 30, 2026.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill promotes toxic-free medical devices, which reduces hazardous chemical use and pollution, thereby supporting environmental protection.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill promotes 'toxic-free medical devices,' which directly protects patient safety and improves healthcare quality by reducing exposure to harmful substances.85% confidence

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 2, 2026

S 3151: Order relative to authorizing the joint committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery to make an investigation and study of a certain current Senate document relative to ensuring access to addiction services.

Senate, June 29, 2026 -- The committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1402) of Cindy F. Friedman for legislation to ensure access to addiction services, report the accompanying Order (Senate, No. 3151).

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill authorizes a study to ensure access to addiction services, indicating intent to improve healthcare access.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse

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introduced · Massachusetts · House Jul 2, 2026

HD 5813: A communication from the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (see Section 2SSSS of Chapter 29 of the General Laws) submitting the MassHealth Delivery System Reform Incentive Program (DSRIP) legislative report for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025

This document is a formal report submitted by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services to state legislative committees detailing the financial status of the MassHealth Delivery System Reform Incentive Program for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025. It provides a breakdown of money spent on various healthcare initiatives, including payments to hospitals, Accountable Care Organizations, and community partners, alongside revenue sources like federal funding and hospital assessments. The report explains that because the program has concluded, the state is recovering any unspent funds from participating organizations to ensure all money was used for its intended purposes.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill reports on MassHealth DSRIP funding, indicating financial support for healthcare delivery initiatives and hospital payments.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals

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in committee · Massachusetts · House Aug 4, 2026

HD 6288: An Act relative to modernizing the general laws to promote access to substance use disorder treatment

This bill amends Massachusetts law to expand who can access certain substance use disorder treatment services beyond just blood relatives. It specifically adds parents, as defined by a 2024 act, and other family members recognized by law to the list of eligible individuals. The change ensures that a broader range of family members can utilize these treatment resources without needing to prove a biological connection.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands access to substance use disorder treatment services for a broader range of family members, directly improving patient access to healthcare.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse

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introduced · Massachusetts · House Jun 1, 2026

HD 6135: A communication from the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (see Section 80(e) of Chapter 343 of the Acts of 2024) submitting a Massachusetts Health Policy Commission Primary Care, Access, Delivery and Payment Task Force report

This bill formally submits a report from the Massachusetts Health Policy Commission's task force regarding primary care, access, delivery, and payment to the state legislature. The document includes an analysis of provider registration data and commercial database records to inform future healthcare policy. It specifically identifies certain provider organizations, such as Accountable Care Partnership Plans and Primary Care Accountable Care Organizations, as required participants in the state's registration program. The bill is primarily procedural, serving to place the executive office's findings on file for legislative review.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill submits a report aimed at improving primary care access and delivery, indicating intent to strengthen healthcare infrastructure.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 18, 2026

S 3116: An Act relative to primary care for you

Senate, June 11, 2026 -- The committee on Senate Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill relative to primary care for you (Senate, No. 867),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 3116).

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill title 'primary care for you' and context of Senate Ways and Means report indicate intent to advance and strengthen primary healthcare access.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care

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introduced · Massachusetts · House Jun 29, 2026

HD 5807: A communication from the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (see Section 10F of Chapter 118E of the General Laws) submitting a quarterly report for the second quarter of fiscal year 2025 for the Children’s Medical Security Plan (CMPS) for the period of October 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024

This document is a quarterly report submitted by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services to state committees regarding the Children's Medical Security Plan for the period from October 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. It provides statistical data on the program's performance, noting that 87,730 children were eligible for coverage at the end of the quarter. The report details financial expenditures totaling approximately $11.7 million, which covered medical, dental, and pharmacy services for about 38,500 active members. Additionally, it outlines policy changes effective January 1, 2025, where premiums were removed for families earning up to 300% of the federal poverty level and all copayments were eliminated for all members.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill reports expenditures for a children's medical security plan, indicating active funding and administration of essential public services.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill reports on Children's Medical Security Plan performance, indicating active funding and coverage for pediatric healthcare services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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in committee · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 13, 2026

S 3122: An Act establishing a task force relative to medication administration in rest homes

Senate, June 15, 2026 -- The committee on Aging and Independence to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 3056) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael O. Moore, Patricia D. Jehlen, Robyn K. Kennedy, John J. Marsi and others for legislation relative to medication administration in rest homes, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3122).

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a task force to improve medication administration in rest homes, enhancing patient safety and care quality.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 15, 2026

H 5506: An Act establishing flexibility for long term care facilities workers

By Representative Lawn of Watertown, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of John J. Lawn, Jr. for legislation to establish contract and coverage standards for health care worker platforms. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes contract and coverage standards for healthcare worker platforms, protecting workers and strengthening the healthcare workforce.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill establishes contract and coverage standards for health care workers, strengthening worker protections and employment standards.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care Workforce Development

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introduced · Massachusetts · Senate

S 3140: Amendment S.3140

This bill empowers the Health Policy Commission to investigate whether nonprofit hospitals are setting drug prices that are unreasonable or excessive. Upon receiving a referral, the commission can require hospitals to submit detailed information about their pricing methods, including how they calculate markups and how they treat drugs acquired under the 340B program. While the bill mandates the disclosure of specific pricing data, it includes strong confidentiality protections to prevent hospitals from revealing trade secrets or sensitive financial details. If the commission finds a price is too high, it will issue a public report with findings and recommendations, which may then trigger an independent investigation by the Attorney General. Ultimately, the legislation aims to increase transparency in hospital drug pricing without directly mandating specific price reductions.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill empowers commission to investigate unreasonable drug prices, aiming to lower costs and protect patients from excessive pricing.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Prescription Drugs

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