Healthcare

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 29, 2026

S 852: An Act preventing medical debt by restoring health safety net eligibility levels

By Mr. DiDomenico, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 852) of Sal N. DiDomenico for legislation to prevent medical debt by restoring health safety net eligibility levels. Health Care Financing.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRestores health safety net eligibility to prevent medical debt, expanding access to healthcare coverage and reducing financial barriers for patients.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 29, 2026

S 845: An Act to protect 340B providers in the Medicaid program

By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 845) of Brendan P. Crighton for legislation to not restrict or limit an eligible hospital’s access to the discounted purchase of prescription drugs in the Medicaid program. Health Care Financing.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly prevents restrictions on 340B providers' access to discounted drugs in Medicaid, protecting patient affordability and access to medications.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Apr 2, 2026

S 1628: An Act to protect the independence of clinical decision making

By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1628) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to allow an independent health care practice to have ultimate control over clinical decision making. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects clinical decision-making independence for healthcare practices, aligning with patient rights and healthcare quality standards under Public Health.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 16, 2026

H 2486: An Act to protect the independence of clinical decision making

By Representative Livingstone of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2486) of Jay D. Livingstone relative to clinical decision making. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly protects clinical decision making independence, aligning with 'protects patient rights' indicator in healthcare delivery and public health context.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Apr 30, 2026

S 1534: An Act to protect the independence of clinical decision making

By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1534) of Paul R. Feeney for legislation to protect the independence of clinical decision making. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProtects clinical autonomy in treatment decisions, strengthening patient-centered care within public health framework.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 16, 2026

H 2361: An Act relative to ensuring quality healthcare for children

By Representative Arena-DeRosa of Holliston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2361) of James C. Arena-DeRosa relative to the right to inspect medical records. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly grants right to inspect medical records, advancing patient access and transparency - key patient right protection under healthcare policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Public Health

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 8, 2026

S 1385: An Act expanding loan repayment assistance for primary care physicians

By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1385) of Joanne M. Comerford for legislation to expand loan repayment assistance for primary care physicians. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands loan repayment assistance for primary care physicians, directly improving healthcare workforce access and patient care through funding incentives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care Substance Abuse

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 5, 2026

H 4068: An Act relative to protecting health insurance coverage

By Representative Scanlon of North Attleborough, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 4068) of Adam J. Scanlon for legislation to address health insurance coverage by implementing a fair share employer contribution. Labor and Workforce Development.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly aims to protect health insurance coverage via fair employer contributions, directly advancing coverage protections per healthcare support indicators.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates fair employer health insurance contributions, protecting workers' access to coverage and expanding benefits under Labor and Workforce Development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workforce Development

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passed · Massachusetts · House Jul 24, 2025

H 1358: An Act advancing health care research and decision-making centered on patients and people with disabilities

By Representative Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1358) of Marjorie C. Decker relative to health care research and decision-making centered on patients and persons with disabilities. Health Care Financing.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly advances patient-centered health care research and decision-making, improving access and rights for patients/disabled individuals per title and summary.95% confidence

Tags People with Disabilities

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introduced · Massachusetts · Senate Jul 31, 2025

S 2572: Amendment S.2572

This bill strengthens protections for reproductive and gender-affirming healthcare services in Massachusetts. It prohibits state agencies, employees, and healthcare data systems from sharing personal information (like addresses or contact details) of providers or patients, or cooperating with out-of-state investigations into these legally protected services. The law also blocks state agencies from using public resources for such investigations and restricts health data sharing for enforcement purposes, with civil penalties for violations. These changes directly affect healthcare providers, patients receiving these services, and Massachusetts state/local agencies handling health data.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareStrengthens protections for reproductive/gender-affirming healthcare by prohibiting data sharing and blocking enforcement actions against these services.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits sharing of patient/provider data in healthcare systems, strengthening data privacy protections per bill's restrictions on health data sharing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy

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