H4341
An Act requiring reimbursement for the costs of providing competent interpreter services
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Bill overview
This bill aims to ensure that healthcare providers in Massachusetts are financially responsible for covering the costs of providing qualified interpreter services to patients who need them. Currently, there may be gaps in coverage for these essential services, potentially hindering access to care for individuals with limited English proficiency. The bill seeks to standardize reimbursement practices to guarantee equitable access to healthcare for all residents.
Key provisions
- Requires healthcare providers to reimburse for competent interpreter services.
- Addresses the need for qualified interpreters in healthcare settings.
- Aims to improve access to healthcare for individuals with limited English proficiency.
- Focuses on financial support for interpreter services.
Who is affected
- Healthcare providers
- Patients with limited English proficiency
- Interpreter service providers
Notable changes
- Establishes a mechanism for reimbursement of interpreter costs.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Financial Services
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Bill H.4341 194th (Current)
An Act requiring reimbursement for the costs of providing competent interpreter services
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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.4341
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 7/31/2025 | House | Reported from the committee on Financial Services |
| 7/31/2025 | House | New draft of H1289 |
| 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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