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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to combat COVID-19 vaccine price gouging. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill aims to combat COVID-19 vaccine price gouging by establishing a coordinated, aggregate COVID-19 vaccine procurement plan to maximize cost savings and enhance affordable access to COVID-19 vaccination for all health care programs and individuals in the Commonwealth. The bill also requires health insurance plans to provide coverage for annual COVID-19 vaccination without any deductibles, co-insurance, or co-payments. Additionally, the bill mandates the Health Policy Commission to produce interim and final reports analyzing the accessibility, affordability, and impact of COVID-19 vaccines in the Commonwealth, including the effects of eliminating cost-sharing requirements and addressing barriers for uninsured individuals.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2636 (on 02/12/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S681 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S681.pdf |
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