H1127
An Act to increase access to nurse-midwifery services
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve access to nurse-midwifery services in Massachusetts. It focuses on expanding insurance coverage for these services, allowing more individuals to receive care from certified nurse-midwives. The legislation seeks to remove barriers to accessing this type of care, particularly for those who may not currently have it covered by their insurance plans.
Key provisions
- Expands insurance coverage for nurse-midwifery services.
- Increases access to care for pregnant individuals.
- Supports the role of certified nurse-midwives in providing maternal care.
- Aims to reduce disparities in access to care.
Who is affected
- Pregnant individuals
- Certified Nurse-Midwives
- Insurance companies
- Healthcare providers
- Massachusetts residents
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Primary sponsor
Marjorie C. Decker
Cosponsors
Adrianne Pusateri Ramos
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf
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Bill H.1127 194th (Current)
An Act to increase access to nurse-midwifery services
By Representatives Decker of Cambridge and Fluker-Reid of Boston, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1127) of Marjorie C. Decker, Susannah M. Whipps and others relative to insurance coverage and access to nurse-midwifery services. Financial Services.
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Bill Information
Presenters: Marjorie C. Decker , Brandy Fluker-Reid
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.1127
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Financial Services |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 4/23/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-02:00 PM in A-2 |
| 7/31/2025 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H4334 |
| 8/28/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
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