S 742
An Act relative to cognitive rehabilitation for individuals with an acquired brain injury
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve access to cognitive rehabilitation services for individuals who have sustained an acquired brain injury. It seeks to establish a framework for these services, potentially addressing gaps in current support. The bill’s progression through committees suggests an ongoing effort to refine and strengthen these rehabilitation programs. The bill has been accompanied by study orders and similar legislation, indicating a sustained interest in this area.
Key provisions
- Establishes a framework for cognitive rehabilitation services.
- Potentially addresses gaps in existing support for individuals with acquired brain injuries.
- May involve establishing standards or guidelines for rehabilitation programs.
- Could lead to increased funding or resources for these services.
- Accompanied by study orders to examine the current state of cognitive rehabilitation.
Who is affected
- Individuals with acquired brain injuries
- Families of individuals with acquired brain injuries
- Healthcare providers
- Healthcare systems
Notable changes
- The bill has been subject to multiple committee reviews and hearings.
- It is part of a series of similar legislative efforts aimed at improving brain injury treatment access.
- The bill’s progression suggests a continued focus on expanding cognitive rehabilitation services.
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Primary sponsor
Paul R. Feeney
Cosponsors
Dylan A. Fernandes
Jacob R. Oliveira
James B. Eldridge
Joanne M. Comerford
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Bill S.742 194th (Current)
An Act relative to cognitive rehabilitation for individuals with an acquired brain injury
By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 742) of Paul R. Feeney, James B. Eldridge, Dylan A. Fernandes, Jacob R. Oliveira and other members of the Senate for legislation relative to cognitive rehabilitation. Financial Services.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Paul R. Feeney Special Attachments: Committee - Senate member votes
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Displaying 6 actions for Bill S.742
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Financial Services |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 4/23/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-02:00 PM in A-2 |
| 6/23/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 8/28/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 1/29/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2931 |
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