Sen. Brendan Crighton

Co-sponsor S 1117

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to treatment, not incarceration

By Ms. Friedman, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1117) of Cindy F. Friedman, Michael J. Barrett, Russell E. Holmes, John F. Keenan and others for legislation relative to treatment, not incarceration. The Judiciary.

Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill explicitly advocates 'treatment, not incarceration' for criminal justice reform, promoting rehabilitation over imprisonment to reduce recidivism and align with reform goals.95% confidence HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill advocates for mental health treatment over incarceration, directly supporting mental health services as part of healthcare policy.85% confidence

Passed Feb 2, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary S 694

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act empowering health care consumers

By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 694) of Brendan P. Crighton, James B. Eldridge and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to empower health care consumers. Financial Services.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill title 'empowering health care consumers' aligns with protecting patient rights and improving access, key support indicators.90% confidence

Passed Jan 29, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor S 841

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act to support equal access to community care for elders and persons with disabilities

By Ms. Comerford, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 841) of Joanne M. Comerford, Jason M. Lewis, Brendan P. Crighton, Jacob R. Oliveira and other members of the Senate for legislation to support equal access to community care for elders and the disabled. Health Care Financing.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly supports equal access to community care for elders/disabled, directly improving patient access to healthcare services as per title and summary.95% confidence

Passed Jan 29, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary S 844

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act to improve continuity of care for MassHealth members with chronic conditions

By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 844) of Brendan P. Crighton and Joanne M. Comerford for legislation to improve long term care for MassHealth members with chronic conditions. Health Care Financing.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly aims to improve continuity of care for MassHealth chronic condition patients, strengthening healthcare access and quality for a vulnerable population.95% confidence

Passed Jan 29, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary S 845

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act to protect 340B providers in the Medicaid program

By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 845) of Brendan P. Crighton for legislation to not restrict or limit an eligible hospital’s access to the discounted purchase of prescription drugs in the Medicaid program. Health Care Financing.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill explicitly prevents restrictions on 340B providers' access to discounted drugs in Medicaid, protecting patient affordability and access to medications.95% confidence

Passed Jan 29, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor S 877

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act to promote an enhanced care worker minimum wage

By Ms. Kennedy, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 877) of Robyn K. Kennedy, Paul W. Mark, James B. Eldridge, John F. Keenan and other members of the General Court for legislation to promote an enhanced care worker minimum wage. Health Care Financing.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareRaises minimum wage for healthcare workers, improving workforce stability and care quality under Health Care Financing subject.95% confidence Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly aims to increase minimum wage for care workers, directly advancing wage standards in Labor & Employment.95% confidence

Passed Jan 29, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor S 809

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Co-sponsor

An Act relative to patient access to biomarker testing to provide appropriate therapy

Maddy summarySD 532 requires health insurers and government health plans to cover biomarker testing for diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of diseases when supported by specific evidence, including FDA approvals, clinical guidelines, or CMS determinations. It directly affects patients enrolled in Commonwealth group insurance (e.g., state employees) and Medicaid beneficiaries. The bill mandates coverage without unnecessary disruptions (like multiple biopsies) and sets strict timelines: insurers must approve or deny prior authorization requests within 72 hours (24 hours for urgent cases), with requests deemed approved if no response is received. Patients and providers also gain access to clear processes for appealing coverage denials.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill enables patient access to biomarker testing for tailored therapy, improving treatment options and access to appropriate care.90% confidence

Passed Jan 29, 2026 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary S 695

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act promoting consumer choice in health care

By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 695) of Brendan P. Crighton for legislation relative to health insurance coverage by athletic trainers. Financial Services.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands health insurance coverage for athletic trainers' services, promoting consumer choice in healthcare access as a support indicator.85% confidence

Passed Jan 29, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary S 698

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act relative to consumer deductibles

By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 698) of Brendan P. Crighton and Dylan A. Fernandes for legislation relative to consumer deductibles. Financial Services.

Passed Jan 29, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track

Primary S 692

Passed · Massachusetts Senate · Lead sponsor

An Act to facilitate timely access to quality health care by expanding access to patient navigation

By Mr. Crighton, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 692) of Brendan P. Crighton, James B. Eldridge and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation to facilitate timely access to quality health care by expanding access to patient navigation. Financial Services.

HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands patient navigation to improve healthcare access, directly aligning with support indicators for enhancing patient access to quality care.95% confidence

Passed Jan 29, 2026 0 co-sponsors Track