H4345
An Act improving access to breast pumps
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve access to breast pumps in Massachusetts. It intends to expand coverage for breast pumps and related supplies, making them more readily available to eligible individuals. The legislation seeks to remove financial barriers and streamline the process for obtaining these essential items. It builds upon previous efforts to support breastfeeding mothers.
Key provisions
- Expands coverage for breast pumps and related supplies under health insurance plans.
- Requires health plans to cover the cost of breast pumps and supplies.
- Establishes a process for individuals to obtain a breast pump through the Department of Public Health.
- Creates a statewide registry of breast pump providers.
- Provides funding for breast pump distribution programs.
- Requires health plans to offer lactation support services.
Who is affected
- Breastfeeding mothers
- Health insurance consumers
- Healthcare providers
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Increases access to breast pumps for individuals without prior authorization.
- Standardizes coverage for breast pumps across different health plans.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Financial Services
Cosponsors
Amy Mah Sangiolo
Michelle M. DuBois
Patrick Joseph Kearney
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Financial Services Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.4345
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 7/31/2025 | House | Reported from the committee on Financial Services |
| 7/31/2025 | House | New draft of H1317 |
| 7/31/2025 | House | Reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 12/8/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 3/19/2026 | House | Reporting date extended to Monday, June 15, 2026 |
| 4/15/2026 | House | Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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