By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1194) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation to prevent unscrupulous medical debt recovery practices. The Judiciary.
By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1198) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation to enhance the lives of survivors of human trafficking. The Judiciary.
Maddy summarySD 1376 removes the statute of limitations for prosecuting sexual assault and rape cases involving child victims. It allows prosecutors to file charges at any time after the crime occurred, provided the victim was under 18 when the offense happened. The law specifically applies to "indecent assault and battery" and "rape" charges under Chapter 277 of the General Laws. This change ensures these crimes can be prosecuted regardless of when the victim reports the incident or comes forward.
By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 892) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation to alleviate skyrocketing consumer health care costs. Health Care Financing.
Maddy summaryThis bill (SD 993) requires health care providers to submit cost reports on time and blocks for-profit companies from taking over non-profit hospitals. It amends reporting rules to make submission mandatory ("shall" instead of "may") and adds a requirement for the state center to define "just cause" for reporting exemptions. Crucially, it prohibits for-profit entities from obtaining licenses to operate acute-care hospitals if they acquire a non-profit hospital after April 1, 2024, through sales, mergers, or similar transactions. The bill directly affects hospitals seeking new licenses or renewals and health care providers responsible for cost reporting.
By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 894) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation relative to coverage for chronic illness. Health Care Financing.
By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1582) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation to improve Hepatitis C screening. Public Health.
By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1583) of Mark C. Montigny for legislation to restore integrity in the marketing of pharmaceutical products and medical devices. Public Health.
By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 792) of Mark C. Montigny and Michael O. Moore for legislation relative to increasing consumer access to licensed rehabilitation counselors. Financial Services.
By Mr. Montigny, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 796) of Mark C. Montigny and Christopher M. Markey for legislation to reduce unnecessary insurance delays in patient care. Financial Services.
