Healthcare (Insurance)

passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 12, 2026

H 1287: An Act relative to the treatment of infantile cataracts

By Representative Philips of Sharon, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1287) of Edward R. Philips that health insurance policies that cover infantile cataract surgery be required to provide coverage for aphakic lenses for treatment and rehabilitation. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for aphakic lenses in cataract treatment, expanding patient access to necessary medical care under healthcare coverage policies.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 23, 2026

H 1224: An Act providing insurance coverage for biennial echocardiograms for persons under the age of 18

By Representative Kerans of Danvers, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1224) of Sally P. Kerans relative to providing insurance coverage for biennial echocardiograms and concussion analyses for persons under eighteen years of age. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for pediatric echocardiograms, expanding preventive care access for minors under healthcare policy.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 12, 2026

H 1341: An Act relative to insurance coverage for medically necessary tattoos

By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1341) of Marcus S. Vaughn relative to insurance coverage for medically necessary tattoos. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates insurance coverage for medically necessary tattoos, expanding health services access under healthcare insurance policies.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 29, 2026

S 759: An Act redirecting excessive health insurer reserves to support health care safety net programs

By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 759) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation to redirect excessive health insurer reserves to support health care needs. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRedirects excessive insurer reserves to fund healthcare safety net programs, directly expanding support for vulnerable populations through increased funding.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 23, 2026

H 1237: An Act to further enhance rate review examinations conducted by the health care access bureau within the division of insurance

By Representative Lawn of Watertown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1237) of John J. Lawn, Jr., relative to oversight of the small group and individual health insurance market. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEnhances rate review oversight for health insurance markets, strengthening consumer protections and market transparency in healthcare access.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 23, 2026

H 1181: An Act to redirect excessive health insurer reserves to support health care safety net programs

By Representative Gregoire of Marlborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1181) of Danielle W. Gregoire that the Division of Insurance be authorized to impose an assessment to support expenses associated with the delivery of health care services. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill imposes insurance assessment to fund healthcare safety net programs, directly increasing public service funding via new revenue source.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRedirects insurer reserves to fund healthcare safety net programs, increasing public health funding and support for service delivery.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 23, 2026

H 1238: An Act establishing a division of health insurance

By Representative Lawn of Watertown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1238) of John J. Lawn, Jr., for legislation to establish a division of health insurance. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishing a division of health insurance structurally supports healthcare administration by creating dedicated oversight, aligning with strengthening system management.75% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 29, 2026

S 2600: An Act requiring health insurance coverage for scalp cooling systems

By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2600) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael F. Rush for legislation to require health insurance coverage for scalp cooling systems. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates health insurance coverage for scalp cooling systems, expanding patient access to cancer treatment support.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Feb 5, 2026

H 1257: An Act relative to ensuring treatment for genetic craniofacial conditions

By Representatives McMurtry of Dedham and Murray of Milford, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1257) of Paul McMurtry, Steven Owens and others relative to health insurance coverage for treatment for genetic craniofacial conditions. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates health insurance coverage for genetic craniofacial treatment, expanding patient access to specialized care.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 29, 2026

S 822: An Act expanding health insurance access for state employees

By Ms. Rausch, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 822) of Rebecca L. Rausch for legislation to expand health insurance access for state employees. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly expands health insurance access for state employees, directly advancing coverage access per title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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