H 4304
An Act relative to the LGBTQ aging commission
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Bill overview
This bill establishes a permanent commission focused on the needs of older LGBTQ+ adults and their caregivers in Massachusetts. The commission will investigate issues related to health, housing, finances, and long-term care, and make recommendations to improve access to services and address disparities. It will also examine the impact of state policies and explore ways to promote independence and quality of life for this population.
Key provisions
- Creates a permanent LGBTQ Aging Commission.
- The commission will include representatives from various organizations and LGBTQ+ older adults.
- The commission will investigate the needs of older LGBTQ+ adults and their caregivers.
- The commission will make recommendations to improve access to benefits and services.
- The commission will examine the impact of state policies on this population.
- The commission will assess funding needs for services.
- The commission will explore culturally appropriate and lower-cost care alternatives.
- The commission will develop training curricula for providers.
Who is affected
- Older LGBTQ+ adults
- Caregivers of older LGBTQ+ adults
- Healthcare providers
- Social service agencies
- Massachusetts senior care organizations
Notable changes
- Establishes a permanent commission dedicated to the needs of older LGBTQ+ adults.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Aging and Independence
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Bill H.4304 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the LGBTQ aging commission
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Aging and Independence Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.4304
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 7/28/2025 | House | Reported from the committee on Aging and Independence |
| 7/28/2025 | House | New draft of H778 |
| 7/28/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently |
| 8/11/2025 | House | Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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