S881
An Act providing Medicaid coverage for tobacco cessation programs
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Bill overview
This bill aims to expand access to tobacco cessation programs for Massachusetts residents who are covered by Medicaid. It proposes to include coverage for services like counseling, medication, and educational materials designed to help people quit smoking and using tobacco products. By making these resources available through Medicaid, the bill seeks to support public health efforts to reduce tobacco use and its associated health risks. This legislation builds upon previous attempts to establish similar coverage within the state’s Medicaid program.
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Primary sponsor
Jason M. Lewis
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Jason M. Lewis
Joan B. Lovely
Sal N. DiDomenico
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