H4549
An Act to improve outcomes for persons with limb loss and limb difference
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Bill overview
This bill aims to enhance the support and outcomes for individuals living with limb loss or limb difference in Massachusetts. It seeks to improve access to rehabilitation services, prosthetic devices, and other necessary resources. The legislation intends to create a more comprehensive and supportive system for this population, ultimately improving their quality of life and independence. It builds upon existing efforts to address the unique challenges faced by people with limb loss and limb difference.
Key provisions
- Establish a statewide registry of individuals with limb loss and limb difference.
- Expand access to rehabilitation services, including physical therapy and occupational therapy.
- Increase funding for prosthetic device assistance programs.
- Promote research into innovative prosthetic technologies.
- Create a task force to develop recommendations for improving care coordination.
- Support programs that focus on adaptive equipment and assistive technology.
- Provide funding for education and training for healthcare professionals.
- Establish a peer support network for individuals with limb loss and limb difference.
Who is affected
- Individuals with limb loss
- Individuals with limb difference
- Healthcare providers
- Rehabilitation services organizations
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- The bill establishes a statewide registry to better track and serve this population.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Financial Services
Cosponsors
Daniel Cahill
Jacob R. Oliveira
Joanne M. Comerford
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Bill H.4549 194th (Current)
An Act to improve outcomes for persons with limb loss and limb difference
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Financial Services Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.4549
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 9/29/2025 | House | Reported from the committee on Financial Services |
| 9/29/2025 | House | New draft of H1178 |
| 9/29/2025 | House | Reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 12/4/2025 | House | Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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