H280
An Act providing for insurance coverage for vision screening for children
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Bill overview
This bill aims to ensure that all children in Massachusetts have access to regular vision screenings through insurance coverage. Currently, access to these screenings may be limited for some families. The legislation would require health insurance plans in the state to cover the cost of vision screenings for children, helping to identify potential vision problems early on.
Key provisions
- Requires health insurance plans to cover the cost of vision screenings for children.
- Applies to children residing in Massachusetts.
- The screenings are intended to identify potential vision problems.
- The bill seeks to improve access to preventative eye care for children.
Who is affected
- Children in Massachusetts
- Families with children
- Health insurance providers
- Healthcare system
Notable changes
- Expands existing insurance coverage to include vision screenings for children.
- Addresses potential disparities in access to vision care based on socioeconomic status.
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Bill H.280 194th (Current)
An Act providing for insurance coverage for vision screening for children
By Representative Plouffe of Brockton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 280) of Bridget Plouffe for legislation to provide insurance coverage for vision screening for children. Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities.
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Presenter: Bridget Plouffe
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.280
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 11/7/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/18/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 2/12/2026 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H5089 |
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