H 4612
An Act relative to the creation of an endometriosis task force
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Bill overview
This bill establishes an endometriosis task force within the Executive Office of Health and Human Services. The task force will be responsible for researching, monitoring, and developing a strategic plan to improve health outcomes and access to care for individuals with endometriosis in Massachusetts. It will also aim to increase public awareness and advance biomedical research on the condition.
Key provisions
- The Executive Office of Health and Human Services will establish an endometriosis task force.
- The task force will include representatives from various organizations, including healthcare providers, insurance companies, patient advocacy groups, and pharmaceutical companies.
- The task force will annually update summaries of research and access to care advancements.
- The task force will develop and update a comprehensive strategic plan to improve endometriosis health outcomes.
- The strategic plan will include recommendations for research, public awareness, healthcare delivery, and early diagnosis.
- The task force will submit its recommendations to the governor, legislative branches, and relevant committees annually.
Who is affected
- Individuals with a diagnosis of endometriosis
- Healthcare providers
- Insurance companies
- Pharmaceutical companies
- Patients and patient advocacy groups
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Public Health
Cosponsors
Amy Mah Sangiolo
Brian M. Ashe
Bud L. Williams
Christine P. Barber
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Bill H.4612 194th (Current)
An Act relative to the creation of an endometriosis task force
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Public Health Status: Referred to House Committee on Ways and Means
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Displaying 3 actions for Bill H.4612
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 10/20/2025 | House | Reported from the committee on Public Health |
| 10/20/2025 | House | New draft of H2527 |
| 10/20/2025 | House | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means |
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