S 2645
An Act establishing a special commission on a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program
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Bill overview
This bill establishes a special commission to study and make recommendations regarding a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program in Massachusetts. The commission’s goal is to examine the current system and propose improvements to ensure access and quality of care for individuals who need assistance with daily living. It will consider various aspects of the program, including eligibility criteria, funding mechanisms, and service delivery models. The commission’s findings and recommendations will inform potential reforms to the program.
Key provisions
- Establish a special commission on a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program.
- The commission will study the existing program.
- The commission will make recommendations for improvements.
- The commission’s recommendations will cover eligibility, funding, and service delivery.
- The commission will report its findings and recommendations to the legislature.
Who is affected
- Individuals needing long-term services and supports
- Families of individuals needing long-term services and supports
- Healthcare providers
- State government agencies responsible for long-term care
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- The bill aims to improve the existing long-term services and supports benefit program.
- The commission’s work could lead to changes in eligibility requirements.
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Aging and Independence
Cosponsors
Joan B. Lovely
Patricia D. Jehlen
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Bill S.2645 194th (Current)
An Act establishing a special commission on a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program
Senate, October 16, 2025 -- The committee on Aging and Independence to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 476) of Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation to establish a special commission on a statewide long-term services and supports benefit program, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2645).
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Aging and Independence Status: Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.2645
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 10/16/2025 | Senate | Reported from the committee on Aging and Independence |
| 10/16/2025 | Senate | New draft of S476 |
| 10/16/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Rules of the two branches, acting concurrently |
| 10/20/2025 | Senate | Committee recommended ought to pass and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means |
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