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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/30/2022
03/30/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to provide insurance coverage for the use of electronic tracking devices to protect the safety of persons with Autism spectrum disorder or Alzheimer’s disease. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill aims to provide insurance coverage for the use of electronic tracking devices to protect the safety of individuals with Autism spectrum disorder or Alzheimer's disease. The key provisions of the bill include defining a "Technology-Assisted Tracking Device" that must meet certain requirements, such as being waterproof, working indoors, and being tamper-resistant. The bill requires health benefit plans to provide full coverage for these tracking devices for individuals diagnosed with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or Autism spectrum disorder, subject to applicable cost-sharing requirements.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (9)
Josh Cutler (D)*,
Steven Howitt (R),
Kay Khan (D),
Kate Lipper-Garabedian (D),
Susan Moran (D),
Matt Muratore (R),
Brian Murray (D),
Patrick O'Connor (R),
Lindsay Sabadosa (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5222 (on 09/15/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1235 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H1235.pdf |
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