S 871
An Act ensuring equal access to medical treatments essential for people with a developmental disability, intellectual disability, or autism
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This bill aimed to require MassHealth, the state’s health insurance program, to cover essential medical treatments for individuals with developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, or autism. The legislation sought to ensure equitable access to these treatments, regardless of an individual’s financial situation or other barriers. It would have expanded coverage to include necessary therapies and healthcare services crucial for the well-being of this population. Ultimately, the bill failed to pass.
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John F. Keenan
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Bill S.871 194th (Current)
An Act ensuring equal access to medical treatments essential for people with a developmental disability, intellectual disability, or autism
By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 871) of John F. Keenan, James B. Eldridge, James K. Hawkins, Michael O. Moore and other members of the General Court for legislation to require MassHealth to cover medical treatments essential for people with a developmental disability, intellectual disability, or autism. Health Care Financing.
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Presenter: John F. Keenan
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.871
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 6/24/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/01/2025 from 10:00 AM-12:30 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 1/29/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2931 |
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