H4335
An Act relative to cognitive rehabilitation for individuals with an acquired brain injury
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve access to and quality of cognitive rehabilitation services for individuals who have sustained an acquired brain injury. It seeks to establish a framework for these services, ensuring they are readily available and tailored to the specific needs of those affected. The bill intends to support individuals in regaining cognitive skills and improving their overall quality of life following a brain injury. It builds upon previous attempts to address this need in Massachusetts.
Key provisions
- Establishes a statewide system for cognitive rehabilitation.
- Requires the Department of Public Health to develop guidelines for cognitive rehabilitation programs.
- Promotes collaboration between healthcare providers and rehabilitation specialists.
- Focuses on individualized treatment plans based on the specific cognitive deficits experienced by the individual.
- Supports research into effective cognitive rehabilitation techniques.
Who is affected
- Individuals with acquired brain injuries
- Families of individuals with acquired brain injuries
- Healthcare providers
- Rehabilitation specialists
- The Department of Public Health
Notable changes
- The bill aims to standardize cognitive rehabilitation services across the state.
- It emphasizes the importance of individualized treatment plans.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Financial Services
Cosponsors
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Colleen M. Garry
David F. DeCoste
David Paul Linsky
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Bill H.4335 194th (Current)
An Act relative to cognitive rehabilitation for individuals with an acquired brain injury
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Financial Services Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Health Care Financing
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.4335
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 7/31/2025 | House | Reported from the committee on Financial Services |
| 7/31/2025 | House | New draft of H1151 |
| 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 |
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