Healthcare

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

Sub-Topics Insurance

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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

Sub-Topics Insurance

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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

Sub-Topics Insurance

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 12, 2026

H 1300: An Act relative to cannabis for Medicare eligible patients

By Representative Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1300) of David M. Rogers relative to cannabis for eligible patients. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill seeks Medicare coverage for cannabis, expanding health insurance access for eligible patients. Directly supports healthcare by increasing medical service coverage under Medicare.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicare

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Feb 26, 2026

S 1408: An Act providing appropriate care for certain populations

By Ms. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1408) of Robyn K. Kennedy and Michael D. Brady for legislation to provide appropriate care for certain populations. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly targets mental health and substance use recovery services, aligning with support indicators for expanding care access and funding mental health initiatives.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse

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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

Sub-Topics Insurance

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jun 17, 2026

H 2658: An Act to provide reproductive health care to incarcerated individuals

By Representatives Livingstone of Boston and Domb of Amherst, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2658) of Jay D. Livingstone, Mindy Domb and others for legislation to provide reproductive health care to incarcerated individuals. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides reproductive health care to incarcerated individuals, addressing a correctional health need. This aligns with criminal justice reform by improving conditions in corrections, a key component of the topic.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly provides reproductive health care access to incarcerated individuals, expanding healthcare coverage for a vulnerable population.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Women's Health

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 22, 2026

H 2370: An Act prioritizing patient access to care

By Representatives Barber of Somerville and Sabadosa of Northampton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2370) of Christine P. Barber, Lindsay N. Sabadosa and others relative to pregnancies existing for 24 weeks or more. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly prioritizes patient access to care, directly advancing healthcare access for pregnant individuals under public health framework.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jan 8, 2026

H 1314: An Act enhancing post-pregnancy mental health care

By Representative Sabadosa of Northampton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1314) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa and others relative to enhancing post-pregnancy mental health care. Financial Services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly enhances post-pregnancy mental health care services, directly supporting healthcare access and mental health services under the topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Mar 12, 2026

S 1393: An Act relative to preventing overdose deaths and increasing access to treatment

By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1393) of Julian Cyr, Joanne M. Comerford, Jason M. Lewis, John F. Keenan and other members of the Senate for legislation relative to preventing overdose deaths and increasing access to treatment. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly increases access to treatment for overdose deaths under mental health/substance use, advancing healthcare access and services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse

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