By Representative Connolly of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3922) of Mike Connolly and others relative to broker fees in the city of Somerville. Housing. [Local Approval Received.]
By Representative Higgins of Leominster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1371) of Natalie M. Higgins and others relative to Medicaid eligibility for certain elders and persons with disabilities. Health Care Financing.
By Representative Rogers of Cambridge, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 282) of David M. Rogers and others relative to the safety of individuals with disabilities relying on life-support equipment. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
By Representative Madaro of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3735) of Adrian C. Madaro relative to Massachusetts identification cards. Transportation.
Senate, April 15, 2026 -- The committee on Financial Services, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 707) of John J. Cronin, Joanne M. Comerford, Peter J. Durant, Patricia D. Jehlen and other members of the Senate for legislation relative to prevent fraud and establish regulations on certain virtual currencies; and (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 757) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation to establish regulations on certain virtual currencies for fraud prevention, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3048).
Maddy summaryThis bill (H 5041) requires all health insurance plans covering specific groups in Massachusetts to provide coverage for medically necessary treatment of three genetic craniofacial conditions: ectodermal dysplasia, dentinogenesis imperfecta, and amelogenesis imperfecta. It mandates coverage for functional repair or restoration of craniofacial disorders caused by congenital conditions, excluding cosmetic procedures, unrelated dental work, and cleft lip/palate (which is covered under separate provisions). The coverage must not impose higher deductibles, copays, or out-of-pocket limits than other benefits in the plan. It applies to group insurance for state employees, state health division programs, private health insurance policies, hospital service plans, and health maintenance organizations. The bill does not create new benefits but ensures existing plans cover these specific conditions equally with other medical treatments.
Maddy summaryThis bill (H 4898) requires Massachusetts health insurers and Medicaid to cover specific addiction and mental health treatment services without preauthorization. It defines three key services: "acute treatment" (24-hour medically supervised addiction care), "clinical stabilization" (post-detox recovery support), and "co-occurring treatment" (inpatient psychiatric care for dual diagnosis). The law mandates coverage for up to 14 days for clinical stabilization and co-occurring services, with facilities required to notify insurers within 48 hours of admission. It directly affects Commonwealth employees (via Group Insurance Commission), Medicaid beneficiaries, and private insurers offering hospital/surgical coverage in Massachusetts. Medical necessity is determined by clinicians, not insurers, streamlining access to critical early recovery care.
By Representative Vargas of Haverhill, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2554) of Andres X. Vargas and others relative to routine childhood immunization reports made by schools. Public Health.
By Representatives Owens of Watertown and Armini of Marblehead, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3753) of Steven Owens, Sean Reid and others relative to the electrification of commuter rail lines of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority. Transportation.
By Representative Higgins of Leominster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2447) of Natalie M. Higgins, Lindsay N. Sabadosa and James B. Eldridge relative to prescriptions for testosterone therapy medications. Public Health.
