H 1417
An Act to advance health equity
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Bill overview
This bill, An Act to Advance Health Equity, aims to improve health outcomes for all residents of Massachusetts by establishing a dedicated Secretary of Equity within the state government. The goal is to identify and address systemic barriers to healthcare access and quality, particularly for underserved communities. It seeks to promote equity across the healthcare system and ensure that all individuals receive the care they need, regardless of their background or location.
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Bud L. Williams
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Bill H.1417 194th (Current)
An Act to advance health equity
By Representative Williams of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1417) of Bud L. Williams and Lindsay N. Sabadosa for legislation to advance health equity and to establish a secretary of equity. Health Care Financing.
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Presenter: Bud L. Williams
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.1417
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 7/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/15/2025 from 10:00 AM-04:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 10/8/2025 | House | Reporting date extended until Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 3/19/2026 | House | Reporting date extended to Monday, June 15, 2026 |
| 4/21/2026 | House | Accompanied H1416 |
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