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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
For legislation to increase access to lactation support through proper reimbursement. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill aims to increase access to lactation support through proper reimbursement. It amends the General Laws to require certain health insurance policies to provide coverage for lactation care and services, breastfeeding equipment, and related maternal and newborn assessments. The bill defines key terms such as "lactation care and services," "qualified lactation care provider," and "breastfeeding equipment," and it prohibits insurers from taking various actions that could limit or discourage access to these benefits.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (6)
Will Brownsberger (D),
Julian Cyr (D),
Anne Gobi (D),
Kay Khan (D),
Mike Moore (D),
James Welch (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2543 (on 02/18/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S565 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S565.pdf |
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