Sen. Barry Finegold

By Mr. Lewis, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 400) of Jason M. Lewis, Joanne M. Comerford, Bruce E. Tarr, Rebecca L. Rausch and other members of the General Court that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) to ensure adequate and equitable funding for public education. Education.

By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by resolve, Senate, No. 38) of Barry R. Finegold that provisions be made for an investigation and study by a special commission (including members of the General Court) on blockchain and cryptocurrency technology. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Senate, October 9, 2025 -- The committee on Senate Ways and Means, to whom was referred the Senate Bill relative to menstrual product ingredient disclosure (Senate, No. 1483),- reports, recommending that the same ought to pass with an amendment substituting a new draft with the same title (Senate, No. 2641).

By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 37) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation to promote economic development with emerging artificial intelligence models and safety. Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity.

Senate, October 16, 2025 -- The committee on Advanced Information Technology, the Internet and Cybersecurity to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 37) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation to promote economic development with emerging artificial intelligence models and safety, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2630).

By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1483) of Joanne M. Comerford, Rebecca L. Rausch, John F. Keenan, Jason M. Lewis and other members of the Senate for legislation relative to menstrual product ingredient disclosure. Public Health.

By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1112) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation relative to the Massachusetts Uniform Trust Decanting Act. The Judiciary.

By Mr. Oliveira, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1895) of Jacob R. Oliveira, Ryan C. Fattman, Paul W. Mark, Joanne M. Comerford and other members of the General Court for legislation to provide equity to police officers disabled by cardiac disease. Public Service.

By Mr. Finegold, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1865) of Barry R. Finegold for legislation to provide for certain retirement benefits for the surviving beneficiary of Brandon Arakelian. Public Service.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HD 1854) requires health insurance plans covering Commonwealth employees, retirees, and private insurance policies in Massachusetts to provide coverage for specific dental and oral care related to head and neck cancer. It mandates coverage for pre-cancer dental care (to prevent infection or decay), dental procedures before cancer treatment (like chemotherapy), and post-cancer care (to address treatment side effects such as tooth loss or infection). The bill also covers dental implants, prostheses, rehabilitation services, and patient education necessary to restore function (eating, speaking, swallowing) and appearance affected by cancer or its treatment. These requirements apply to group insurance plans (Chapter 32A), health insurance (Chapter 118E), private medical insurance (Chapter 175), and hospital service plans (Chapter 176A).