H 1371
An Act to support equal access to community care for elders and persons with disabilities
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Bill overview
This bill aims to improve access to community care services for older adults and individuals with disabilities in Massachusetts. It focuses on expanding Medicaid eligibility to ensure these vulnerable populations can receive the support they need within their communities. The bill seeks to remove barriers to accessing necessary care and promote a more equitable system for these groups.
Key provisions
- Expands Medicaid eligibility for elders and persons with disabilities.
- Aims to increase access to community-based care services.
- Focuses on supporting individuals in receiving care within their own homes or communities.
- Addresses potential barriers to accessing Medicaid benefits.
- Relates to the Health Care Financing division of the state.
Who is affected
- Older adults
- Individuals with disabilities
- Medicaid recipients
- Healthcare providers
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Addresses Medicaid eligibility criteria for vulnerable populations.
- Seeks to improve access to community-based care options.
- Builds upon previous legislation with similar goals (H.1200, H.128, H.227, H.621, H.750).
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Primary sponsor
Natalie M. Higgins
Cosponsors
Bruce E. Tarr
Christine P. Barber
Christopher Richard Flanagan
Danillo A. Sena
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Bill H.1371 194th (Current)
An Act to support equal access to community care for elders and persons with disabilities
By Representative Higgins of Leominster, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1371) of Natalie M. Higgins and others relative to Medicaid eligibility for certain elders and persons with disabilities. Health Care Financing.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Natalie M. Higgins Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.1371
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/24/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/01/2025 from 10:00 AM-12:30 PM in Gardner Auditorium |
| 9/15/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 3/19/2026 | House | Reporting date extended to Monday, June 15, 2026 |
| 4/16/2026 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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