S 2825
An Act establishing the program of all-inclusive care for the elderly.
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Bill overview
This bill aims to establish a program of all-inclusive care for the elderly (PACE) in Massachusetts. PACE programs provide comprehensive healthcare services and support to older adults who require a high level of care, coordinating medical, social, and support services to help them live independently. The goal is to improve the quality of life for seniors and reduce the strain on traditional healthcare systems.
Key provisions
- Establishes a PACE program in Massachusetts.
- Provides comprehensive healthcare services for eligible seniors.
- Coordinates medical, social, and support services.
- Aims to promote independent living for older adults.
- Focuses on reducing the burden on traditional healthcare resources.
- References existing legislation (S.477) related to PACE programs.
- The bill is referred to the committee on Health Care Financing.
Who is affected
- Older adults requiring comprehensive care.
- Healthcare providers.
- Social service agencies.
- Families of older adults.
- The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- This bill formally establishes a PACE program within Massachusetts.
- It builds upon previous efforts to expand access to PACE services (S.397, S.2873).
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Joint Committee on Aging and Independence
Cosponsors
Joanne M. Comerford
Patricia D. Jehlen
Robyn K. Kennedy
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Bill S.2825 194th (Current)
An Act establishing the program of all-inclusive care for the elderly.
Senate, December 31, 2025 -- The committee on Aging and Independence to whom was referred the petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 477) of Robyn K. Kennedy, Joanne M. Comerford and Patricia D. Jehlen for legislation to establish the program of all-inclusive care for the elderly, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2825).
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Bill Information
Sponsor: Joint Committee on Aging and Independence
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill S.2825
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 12/31/2025 | Senate | Reported from the committee on Aging and Independence |
| 12/31/2025 | Senate | New draft of S477 |
| 12/31/2025 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 2/26/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2972 |
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