S 829
An Act relative to small group eligibility
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Bill overview
This bill, S.829, proposed to address eligibility requirements for small group health insurance plans in Massachusetts. It aimed to clarify and potentially expand the definition of ‘small group’ to ensure more individuals and businesses had access to affordable health coverage. The bill was ultimately unsuccessful and failed in the Senate. Several similar bills have been proposed in the past, indicating an ongoing interest in this area of healthcare policy.
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Primary sponsor
Bruce E. Tarr
Cosponsors
Bruce E. Tarr
Peter J. Durant
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Bill S.829 194th (Current)
An Act relative to small group eligibility
By Mr. Tarr, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 829) of Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to small group eligibility. Financial Services.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Bruce E. Tarr
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.829
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Financial Services |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 10/15/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/27/2025 from 10:30 AM-04:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 12/4/2025 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2787 |
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