Rep. Mindy Domb

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Massachusetts law to limit when the state can recover medical assistance costs from the estates of seniors and disabled individuals, aiming to protect their homes from being seized to pay for past care. Under the new rules, the state can only seek repayment after the death of a surviving spouse and only if there are no surviving children under 21 or with disabilities. Additionally, the legislation expands the age threshold for recovery from 65 to 55 for certain services provided after October 1, 1993, while maintaining protections for those who were permanently institutionalized. The law also mandates that the state must waive recovery efforts if doing so would cause undue hardship.

By Representative Domb of Amherst, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3018) of Mindy Domb and others for legislation to require menstrual products in all state buildings. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

By Representative Domb of Amherst, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3019) of Mindy Domb and others relative to the promulgation of State Building Code regulations to allow for gender-neutral bathrooms. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Massachusetts laws to formally include pharmacy benefit managers in state regulations regarding pharmaceutical pricing and market oversight. The key changes require these companies to pay the same fees as drug manufacturers when state spending on medications rises, while exempting those who also provide their own pharmacy services from extra charges. Additionally, the legislation expands the scope of investigations and reporting requirements to explicitly include pharmacy benefit managers alongside other industry players. By updating existing legal definitions and fee structures, the bill aims to ensure these entities are held accountable for their role in the state's healthcare costs.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new health coverage program for children and young adults under 21 in Massachusetts who currently lack access to MassHealth solely because of their immigration status. It allows these individuals to receive comprehensive health benefits similar to those available to other residents who meet standard income and age requirements, regardless of whether they qualify for federal funding. The law mandates that the state maximize available federal money for these benefits but ensures that eligibility is not dependent on receiving that federal support.

By Representatives Domb of Amherst and Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3017) of Mindy Domb, Marjorie C. Decker and others relative to gender identity on Massachusetts identification. State Administration and Regulatory Oversight.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new chapter in Massachusetts law to ensure state agencies provide timely and culturally competent language services to individuals with limited English proficiency. It requires agencies to create written language access plans that outline specific tasks, deadlines, and responsible personnel to guarantee equal access to public services. The legislation defines key terms such as "equal access" and "culturally competent" to guide how agencies must communicate with non-English speakers. By mandating these administrative blueprints, the law aims to remove language barriers for residents seeking government assistance, programs, or activities.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Massachusetts law to change how the state recovers money from the estates of seniors and disabled individuals who received MassHealth benefits. It primarily affects people who die after April 1, 1995, by expanding the age limit for estate recovery from 65 to 55 years old for services provided after October 1, 1993. The legislation ensures that recovery can only occur after a surviving spouse dies and there are no surviving children under 21 or with disabilities, while also allowing for waivers in cases of undue hardship. Additionally, the bill restricts recovery to specific types of care, such as nursing facility and home-based services, and prevents the state from collecting more than the actual cost of services provided.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs state building examiners to create rules allowing for gender-neutral restrooms in public and private buildings across Massachusetts. The new regulations would permit facilities that include multiple stalls separated by privacy walls or partitions, along with shared handwashing areas. These changes apply to all types of construction projects, including new builds, repairs, and renovations, regardless of the building's specific use category. By amending the state building code, the legislation aims to provide a standardized framework for installing inclusive bathroom options in existing and future structures.