Healthcare

passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 29, 2026

S 849: An Act to ensure health care as a right

This bill (S 849) aims to establish health care as a fundamental right for all residents of the state, as proposed by Senator Julian Cyr. The official abstract states the legislation focuses on "Health Care Financing" but does not detail specific mechanisms, funding sources, or coverage requirements in the provided context. Without further information on implementation, the summary cannot describe concrete policy changes or who would be directly affected beyond the broad goal of universal coverage. Procedural details or specific provisions are not included in the abstract provided.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly aims to establish healthcare as a fundamental right for all residents, directly advancing universal coverage and access as core healthcare policy goals.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 29, 2026

S 906: An Act relative to health care non-discrimination

By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 906) of Michael F. Rush for legislation relative to health care non-discrimination. Health Care Financing.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill prohibits healthcare discrimination, directly protecting patient rights and ensuring equitable access - core support indicator for healthcare policies.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 29, 2026

S 859: An Act establishing a public health option

By Mr. Eldridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 859) of James B. Eldridge for legislation to establish a public health option. Health Care Financing.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareEstablishes public health insurance option, expanding coverage access. Directly advances healthcare access through new public plan.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate May 26, 2026

S 889: An Act relative to single payer healthcare benchmarking and reporting

By Mr. Mark, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 889) of Paul W. Mark for legislation relative to single payer healthcare benchmarking and reporting. Health Care Financing.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes benchmarking/reporting for single-payer healthcare, advancing universal coverage model.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jan 29, 2026

S 907: An Act to protect Norwood healthcare access

By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 907) of Michael F. Rush for legislation to protect Norwood healthcare access. Health Care Financing.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly aims to 'protect Norwood healthcare access' under Health Care Financing, aligning with protecting patient access and strengthening healthcare services.95% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Sep 4, 2025

S 1577: An Act to improve access to health care for people with Long COVID

By Ms. Miranda, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1577) of Liz Miranda for legislation to improve access to health care for people with Long COVID. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly aims to improve healthcare access for Long COVID patients, directly advancing patient access and care under healthcare policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 16, 2025

S 875: An Act to promote transparency in prescription drug prices

By Mr. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 875) of Edward J. Kennedy for legislation to promote transparency in prescription drug prices by conducting an affordability review of prescription drugs. Health Care Financing.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates affordability reviews of prescription drugs under Health Care Financing, directly improving patient access to medication costs and promoting transparency in healthcare pricing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Prescription Drugs

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passed · Massachusetts · Senate Jun 16, 2025

S 851: An Act addressing unfair practices of private equity in health care

By Mr. Cyr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 851) of Julian Cyr for legislation to address unfair practices of private equity in health care. Health Care Financing.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAddresses private equity's unfair practices in healthcare, aiming to protect system integrity and patient care from harmful financial practices, aligning with protective healthcare measures.90% confidence

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 19, 2026

H 2612: An Act relative to health insurance and incarcerated individuals

By Representative Frost of Auburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2612) of Paul K. Frost relative to incarcerated persons covered by health insurance plans. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates health insurance coverage for incarcerated individuals, expanding access to healthcare services per bill title and summary.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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passed · Massachusetts · House Mar 16, 2026

H 2559: An Act to protect a patient’s right to a support person at health care facilities

By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2559) of Marcus S. Vaughn and Sue Chester relative to patients' rights to a support person at health care facilities. Public Health.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly protects patient rights to have support persons at healthcare facilities, advancing patient access and rights in healthcare policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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