S 745
An Act limiting out of pocket health expenses
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Bill overview
This bill aims to limit the amount of out-of-pocket healthcare expenses that individuals in Massachusetts must pay. It seeks to reduce the financial burden associated with medical costs for residents. The legislation proposes a cap on these expenses, potentially making healthcare more affordable. The bill is currently under consideration by the Massachusetts legislature.
Key provisions
- Establishes a limit on out-of-pocket healthcare expenses for covered services.
- The specific amount of the limit is not yet defined in the text.
- The bill is intended to address the rising cost of healthcare.
- It is currently referred to the committee on Health Care Financing.
- The bill was accompanied by a study order (S2972).
- Similar bills have been proposed in previous legislative sessions.
Who is affected
- Residents of Massachusetts
- Individuals receiving covered healthcare services
Notable changes
- It builds upon previous attempts to address healthcare costs in the state.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Paul R. Feeney
Cosponsors
Michael J. Barrett
Paul R. Feeney
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Bill S.745 194th (Current)
An Act limiting out of pocket health expenses
By Mr. Feeney, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 745) of Paul R. Feeney and Michael J. Barrett for legislation to limit out of pocket health expenses. Financial Services.
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Presenter: Paul R. Feeney
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill S.745
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Financial Services |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 9/5/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/15/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 1/8/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 2/26/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2972 |
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