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MA H1901

MA H1901
To advance health and well-being for all Massachusetts residents


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the adoption of a framework of health and well-being consistent with the definitions provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill aims to advance the health and well-being of all Massachusetts residents by requiring state agencies to adopt a framework consistent with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) Healthy People 2030 definitions and goals. The bill mandates each state agency to develop plans to measure well-being, well-being adjusted life years, and other recommended metrics, and to use these measures to guide decision-making, assess programs, and identify equity gaps. The bill also requires agencies to provide annual data, plans, and reports to the state legislature and share them with the public in an accessible format, including opportunities for public dialogue.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4449 (on 02/24/2020)

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