H1235
An Act updating the mandated benefit review process
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to update the existing process for mandated benefit reviews in Massachusetts. It aims to clarify and streamline the procedures involved in these reviews, ensuring consistency and efficiency. The bill’s specific details are currently under consideration and will be determined through hearings and potential revisions. The goal is to improve the management of mandated benefit reviews across the state.
Key provisions
- Clarifies the scope of mandated benefit reviews.
- Streamlines the review process.
- Addresses potential inconsistencies in current procedures.
- Specifies reporting requirements.
- Establishes guidelines for data collection.
- Defines roles and responsibilities within the review process.
- Updates the process for handling appeals.
- Ensures compliance with relevant regulations.
Who is affected
- State agencies administering benefits
- Individuals receiving benefits
- Benefit review officers
- Healthcare providers
- Government officials
Notable changes
- The bill proposes revisions to the existing mandated benefit review process.
- It may establish new guidelines or procedures for conducting reviews.
- Potential changes could affect how benefits are assessed and managed.
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Primary sponsor
Jr. John J. Lawn
Cosponsors
Dennis C. Gallagher
Jr. John J. Lawn
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Bill H.1235 194th (Current)
An Act updating the mandated benefit review process
By Representative Lawn of Watertown, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1235) of John J. Lawn, Jr., and Dennis C. Gallagher relative to the mandated benefit review process. Financial Services.
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Presenter: John J. Lawn, Jr.
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Bill History
Displaying 8 actions for Bill H.1235
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Financial Services |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/19/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/01/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in B-2 |
| 9/25/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/01/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing location changed |
| 9/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/01/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in B-1 and Virtual Hearing location changed |
| 10/1/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 10/01/2025 from 10:30 AM-11:20 PM in B-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 10/1/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/01/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in B-1 |
| 1/23/2026 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H4947 |
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