S1578
An Act measuring the impact of Long COVID in the Commonwealth
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Bill overview
This bill aims to study the impact of Long COVID within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Specifically, it proposes creating a pilot program that provides culturally-specific patient navigation support for individuals diagnosed with Long COVID. The program’s goal is to gather evidence and improve access to care for those affected by this condition.
Key provisions
- Establish a culturally-specific patient navigation pilot program.
- Focus on individuals diagnosed with Long COVID.
- Gather evidence on the impact of Long COVID.
- Improve access to healthcare services for Long COVID patients.
Who is affected
- People living with a Long COVID diagnosis
- Healthcare providers
- Massachusetts residents
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Bill S.1578 194th (Current)
An Act measuring the impact of Long COVID in the Commonwealth
By Ms. Miranda, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1578) of Liz Miranda for legislation to create an evidence-based culturally-specific patient navigation pilot program for people living with a Long COVID diagnosis. Public Health.
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Presenter: Liz Miranda
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Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.1578
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Health |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/6/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/11/2025 from 09:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 9/4/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 1/29/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2931 |
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