S 1404
An Act ensuring equitable access and care quality for masshealth recipients
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Bill overview
This bill, S.1404, aimed to improve access to and the quality of care for individuals receiving MassHealth (Massachusetts’s Medicaid program), with a particular focus on behavioral health services like mental health and substance use treatment. It sought to ensure equitable access to these services across the state and address potential disparities in care. The bill proposed measures to enhance the contracting process for behavioral health services within MassHealth and promote fair payment practices for providers. Ultimately, the bill failed to pass.
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John F. Keenan
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John F. Keenan
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Bill S.1404 194th (Current)
An Act ensuring equitable access and care quality for masshealth recipients
By Mr. Keenan, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1404) of John F. Keenan for legislation to ensure equitable behavioral health access and care for Masshealth recipients. Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery.
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Presenter: John F. Keenan
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.1404
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 10/24/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 11/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 12/8/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2813 |
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