S 1792
An Act relative to mandatory coverage for certain health screenings for firefighters
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Bill overview
This bill requires Massachusetts public employers to provide mandatory health screenings for firefighters, specifically focusing on cancer screenings. It aims to ensure firefighters have access to preventative healthcare services that can help detect and address potential health risks associated with their profession. The legislation seeks to improve firefighter health and well-being by promoting early detection of diseases.
Key provisions
- Requires public employers in Massachusetts to cover certain health screenings for firefighters.
- Specifically mandates cancer screenings for firefighters.
- Covers screenings through existing health care benefits plans.
- Addresses potential health risks associated with firefighting.
- Aligned with similar legislation (H.1230, S.690, H.4946, H.1025, H.1080).
Who is affected
- Firefighters
- Massachusetts public employers
- Fire departments
- Employees of public entities
Notable changes
- Introduces mandatory coverage for health screenings.
- Focuses specifically on cancer screenings, building on existing concerns.
- Expands access to preventative healthcare for firefighters.
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Primary sponsor
Michael D. Brady
Cosponsor
Michael D. Brady
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Bill S.1792 194th (Current)
An Act relative to mandatory coverage for certain health screenings for firefighters
By Mr. Brady, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1792) of Michael D. Brady for legislation relative to mandatory coverage for certain health screenings for firefighters. Public Service.
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Presenter: Michael D. Brady
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.1792
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Service |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 5/28/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/02/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 11/13/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 1/29/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2931 |
Similar Bills
H.1230 194th (Current)
An Act mandating access to cancer screenings for firefighters through health care benefits plans or programs provided by the public employer
S.690 194th (Current)
An Act mandating access to cancer screenings for firefighters through health care benefits plans or programs provided by the public employer
H.4946 194th (Current)
An Act mandating access to cancer screenings for firefighters through health care benefits plans or programs provided by the public employer
H.1025 193rd (2023 - 2024)
An Act to promote cancer screenings for firefighters
H.1080 193rd (2023 - 2024)
An Act mandating access to cancer screenings for firefighters through health care benefits plans or programs provided by the public employer
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