H 2874
An Act relative to the Group Insurance Commission and Medicare migration
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Bill overview
This bill addresses the Group Insurance Commission’s (GIC) role in assisting residents with Medicare health benefit supplement plans. It seeks to clarify and potentially expand the GIC’s responsibilities related to navigating these plans and supporting individuals transitioning to Medicare. The bill also aims to ensure that residents have access to information and assistance regarding their Medicare options. It is currently under review by the Public Service committee.
Key provisions
- Clarifies the Group Insurance Commission’s role in assisting residents with Medicare health benefit supplement plans.
- Expands the GIC’s responsibilities related to Medicare plan information and support.
- Addresses migration of residents to Medicare.
- Requires the GIC to study the current landscape of Medicare supplement plans.
- Considers options for improving access to Medicare benefits.
- Potentially streamlines the process for residents to enroll in Medicare supplement plans.
Who is affected
- Medicare beneficiaries in Massachusetts
- Residents of Massachusetts transitioning to Medicare
- The Group Insurance Commission (GIC)
- Healthcare providers in Massachusetts
- Individuals eligible for Medicare savings programs
Notable changes
- The bill mandates a study order to assess the current state of Medicare supplement plans and identify areas for improvement.
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Primary sponsor
Jr. Bradley H. Jones
Cosponsors
Christopher Hendricks
Jr. Bradley H. Jones
Kimberly N. Ferguson
Paul K. Frost
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Bill H.2874 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the Group Insurance Commission and Medicare migration
By Representative Jones of North Reading, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2874) of Bradley H. Jones, Jr., and others relative to the Group Insurance Commission and Medicare health benefit supplement plans. Public Service.
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Presenter: Bradley H. Jones, Jr.
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Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.2874
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Service |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 5/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 5/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 06/04/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| House | Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order | |
| 3/30/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27) |
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