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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to testing for Factor V Leiden. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill amends Massachusetts law to require a blood test to screen for Factor V Leiden (FVL), a genetic condition that increases the risk of blood clots, before anyone is prescribed any pharmacological contraceptive methods. The new clause is added to Section 47W of Chapter 175, which covers insurance coverage for certain medical tests and treatments.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (6)
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Sean Garballey (D),
John Lawn (D),
Matt Muratore (R),
Danny Ryan (D),
John Velis (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5160 (on 12/01/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1097 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1097.pdf |
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