H1215
An Act to assess the current status of the merged market
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Bill overview
This bill directs the Massachusetts legislature to examine the current state of the health insurance market following the merger of several insurance companies. The goal is to assess the impact of this consolidation on consumers, healthcare providers, and the overall market landscape. The assessment will likely involve data collection and analysis to understand competitive dynamics and potential effects on premiums and coverage options. The bill has been referred to the Committee on Financial Services and a hearing is scheduled.
Key provisions
- Conduct an assessment of the merged health insurance market in Massachusetts.
- Analyze the impact of the merger on consumers.
- Evaluate the competitive landscape within the health insurance industry.
- Consider potential effects on healthcare provider reimbursement rates.
- Examine the impact on premiums and coverage options for residents.
Who is affected
- Consumers of health insurance in Massachusetts
- Healthcare providers in Massachusetts
- Health insurance companies operating in Massachusetts
- The Massachusetts legislature
- The Massachusetts insurance industry
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Bill H.1215 194th (Current)
An Act to assess the current status of the merged market
By Representative Kane of Shrewsbury, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1215) of Hannah Kane, Carmine Lawrence Gentile and Michael O. Moore relative to the merged market for insured health coverage. Financial Services.
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Presenter: Hannah Kane
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.1215
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Financial Services |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/15/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/27/2025 from 10:30 AM-04:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 2/5/2026 | House | Accompanied a new draft, see H5039 |
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An Act to assess the current status of the merged market
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