Rep. John Moran

Co-sponsor H 4870

In committee · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act to protect Massachusetts public health from PFAS

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a PFAS Remediation Trust Fund to address contamination in Massachusetts drinking water, groundwater, soil, and other environmental media. It directly affects communities with PFAS pollution, including vulnerable environmental justice areas, private well owners, and public water systems. The fund provides grants for PFAS treatment, remediation, and outreach programs, prioritizing communities with limited resources. Money comes from settlements with PFAS manufacturers, other grants, and interest, with strict rules requiring repayment if responsible parties are later identified.

EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentCreates PFAS Remediation Trust Fund to address water/soil contamination, prioritizing vulnerable communities and environmental justice areas through manufacturer settlements.95% confidence HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly creates PFAS remediation fund to protect public health from environmental contamination, directly preventing health risks linked to water/soil pollution.95% confidence

In committee Jul 22, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 2370

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

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.

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

Passed Jul 22, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 1414

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act to update medicaid resource limits for seniors

By Representative Ultrino of Malden and Senator Lewis, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1414) of Steven Ultrino and Jason M. Lewis relative to Medicaid resource limits for seniors. Health Care Financing.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareUpdates Medicaid resource limits for seniors, likely expanding eligibility and access to healthcare coverage under a key public health program.90% confidence

Passed Jul 20, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 1413

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act regarding Medicare savings programs eligibility

By Representatives Ultrino of Malden and Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1413) of Steven Ultrino and Marjorie C. Decker relative to Medicare savings programs eligibility. Health Care Financing.

Passed Jul 20, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 1405

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act establishing Medicare for All in Massachusetts

By Representatives Sabadosa of Northampton and Scarsdale of Pepperell, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1405) of Lindsay N. Sabadosa, Margaret R. Scarsdale and others for legislation to provide equitable access to quality, affordable healthcare services by establishing Medicare for all persons in the Commonwealth. Health Care Financing.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes universal Medicare for all in MA, ensuring equitable access to quality, affordable healthcare - directly expands coverage and funding per summary.95% confidence

Passed Jul 20, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 3110

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act combating offshore tax avoidance

By Representative González of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3110) of Carlos González and others relative to offshore taxes. Revenue.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill targets offshore tax avoidance, closing loopholes to increase state revenue, aligning with tax loophole closure indicator.90% confidence

Passed Jul 13, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 5017

In committee · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to telehealth and digital equity for patients

Maddy summaryThis bill requires health insurance plans in Massachusetts to cover and reimburse new telehealth services, including e-consults (provider-to-provider digital advice), e-visits (patient-initiated digital check-ins), and remote monitoring of health data. It directly affects patients seeking virtual care, healthcare providers delivering telehealth services, and insurance carriers. Key provisions mandate coverage for these services without extra prior authorization compared to in-person visits, include interpreter services for non-English speakers or Deaf patients, and require insurers to offer digital health literacy programs for patients with low tech skills. The bill also creates a shared portal for applying to affordable broadband programs to support digital access.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage for telehealth services, expanding patient access to virtual care without prior authorization barriers95% confidence TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates insurance coverage for telehealth services including remote monitoring, promoting digital equity in healthcare access95% confidence

In committee Jul 9, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 1396

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act strengthening mental health centers

By Representative O'Day of West Boylston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1396) of James J. O'Day and others for legislation to increase minimum payment rates for certain behavioral health services. Health Care Financing.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases minimum payment rates for behavioral health services, directly funding and strengthening mental health centers per bill summary.95% confidence

Passed Jul 9, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 359

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to health equity and community health workers

By Representative Decker of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 359) of Marjorie C. Decker for legislation to assure coverage and reimbursement for covered health care services and to establish a community health worker workforce development task force (including members of the General Court) to provide health equity. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill ensures health coverage reimbursement and establishes task force for health equity, expanding access and funding for community health services.95% confidence

Passed Jul 9, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor H 1370

Passed · Massachusetts House · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to Massachusetts primary care for you

By Representative Haggerty of Woburn, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1370) of Richard M. Haggerty and Mike Connolly relative to primary care and for the creation of a primary care council (including members of the General Court). Health Care Financing.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates primary care council and addresses health care financing, aiming to strengthen primary care access and coordination per bill summary.92% confidence

Passed Jul 9, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track