An Act alleviating the burden of medical debt for patients and families
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, S.214, aims to reduce the financial hardship caused by medical debt for patients and their families in Massachusetts. It seeks to alleviate the burden of outstanding medical bills by addressing the underlying issues contributing to this debt. The bill’s specific details and mechanisms for achieving this goal are currently under consideration by the Senate Committee on Ways and Means.
Key provisions
- Referral to Senate Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
- Scheduled hearing on September 8, 2025
- Report favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
- Addresses the burden of medical debt for patients and families
Who is affected
- Patients
- Families of patients
- Healthcare providers (indirectly, through debt reduction)
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Sponsors
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6 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Joanne M. Comerford
Michael J. Barrett
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