S2645
An Act establishing a special commission on a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program
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Bill overview
This bill creates a special commission to study and make recommendations regarding a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program. The commission’s goal is to examine the current program and explore potential improvements or expansions. It will analyze various aspects of the program, including eligibility, funding, and service delivery. The commission’s findings and recommendations will inform future policy decisions related to long-term care in Massachusetts.
Key provisions
- Establish a special commission on a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program.
- The commission will analyze the existing program.
- The commission will explore potential improvements and expansions.
- The commission will examine eligibility criteria.
- The commission will review funding mechanisms.
- The commission will assess service delivery models.
- The commission’s recommendations will be submitted to the legislature.
Who is affected
- Individuals needing long-term services and supports
- Families of individuals needing long-term services and supports
- Healthcare providers
- State government agencies
- The elderly
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Aging and Independence
Cosponsors
Joan B. Lovely
Patricia D. Jehlen
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Bill S.2645 194th (Current)
An Act establishing a special commission on a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program
Senate, October 16, 2025 -- The committee on Aging and Independence to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 476) of Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation to establish a special commission on a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2645).
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Aging and Independence Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.2645
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 10/16/2025 | Senate | Reported from the committee on Aging and Independence |
| 10/16/2025 | Senate | New draft of S476 |
| 10/16/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently |
| 10/20/2025 | Senate | Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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