Maddy summaryThis bill (H 4553) requires health insurance plans in Massachusetts to cover specific dental and oral care for head and neck cancer survivors. It directly affects state employees (active and retired) and private insurance policyholders by mandating coverage for: dental care before cancer treatment (like chemotherapy/radiation), post-treatment care to address side effects (tooth decay, infections), and rehabilitation services (including dental implants, speech/swallowing aids, and devices to restore appearance). The law applies to state group insurance plans, health insurance divisions, and private insurance policies covering hospital/surgical benefits. It specifies coverage for preventative care, medically necessary procedures, and rehabilitation tied directly to head and neck cancer treatment or its side effects.
Sen. Mike Rush
Sponsored bills
By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1908) of Michael F. Rush, Michael J. Soter, Steven George Xiarhos and Nick Collins for legislation to increase the cap on outside income for public pension recipients. Public Service.
By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1906) of Michael F. Rush for legislation to include certain certified emergency telecommunicators in Group 2 of the contributory retirement system for public employees. Public Service.
Maddy summaryThis bill would reclassify certified emergency telecommunicators in Boston (such as 911 call handlers) into Group 2 for retirement benefits. Currently, these city employees may be in a different retirement category, but this change would move them to Group 2 eligibility. The bill requires and has received approval from Boston's mayor and city council. It directly affects Boston's emergency telecommunicators by altering their retirement plan classification.
Senate, April 1, 2026 -- The committee on Transportation, to whom was referred the petitions (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2438) of Michael F. Rush relative to unmanned aerial systems; and (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 2454) of John C. Velis for legislation relative to unmanned aerial vehicles in the Commonwealth, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 3008).
Maddy summaryThis bill (S 2438) establishes statewide regulations for drone use in Massachusetts. It prohibits municipalities from creating their own drone rules beyond federal standards, bans armed drones (except for authorized bomb disposal), and restricts drone surveillance without consent - requiring law enforcement to obtain warrants for most surveillance use. Operators face fines up to $10,000 for interfering with aircraft, emergency responders, or violating FAA rules, and must provide true identification if requested by police. The bill also mandates law enforcement to delete drone footage after 120 days unless it’s evidence in an active case. The bill is pending in the Transportation committee with a scheduled hearing.
By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill) (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Michael F. Rush, Paul McMurtry and John H. Rogers for legislation to extend MBTA service of The Ride to the town of Foxborough. Transportation.
By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by resolve, Senate, No. 1622) of Michael F. Rush that provisions be made to for a working group (including members of the General Court) relative to Norwood Hospital. Public Health.
By Mr. Rush, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1907) of Michael F. Rush (with the approval of the mayor and city council) for legislation to direct the city of Boston Police Department to waive the maximum age requirement for police officer Cherell Mellace. Public Service. [Local Approval Received.]
Maddy summaryThis bill allows the town of Westwood to issue new licenses for grocery stores to sell all alcoholic beverages (to be consumed off-premises) without requiring on-site consumption. It specifically authorizes licenses for "food stores" meeting strict criteria: retail space of at least 20,000 square feet selling groceries, fresh meats, dairy, produce, and baked goods (excluding convenience stores or gas stations). New applicants must provide proof of tax/fee compliance from state departments, and licenses cannot be transferred between locations but may be reissued to new applicants under the same conditions. The policy directly affects Westwood's licensing authority and qualifying large grocery stores seeking to sell alcohol off-premises.