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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 expand affordable coverage through ConnectorCare. Health Care Financing.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a 5-year pilot program to expand eligibility for premium assistance payments and cost-sharing subsidies through the Commonwealth Health Insurance Connector Authority (the Connector) to individuals with incomes up to 500% of the federal poverty level. Participants between 300-500% of the federal poverty level will have access to plans with at least 90% actuarial value, subject to the Connector's current affordability standards. The program will be funded through the Commonwealth Care Trust Fund, and the Connector, in consultation with the Center for Health Information and Analysis, will evaluate the public health, health equity, utilization, and financial impacts of the program. The bill takes effect on January 1, 2024, and is set to expire on December 31, 2028.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (11)
John Cronin (D)*,
Jo Comerford (D),
Julian Cyr (D),
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Pavel Payano (D),
Becca Rausch (D),
Tom Stanley (D),
Bruce Tarr (R),
Susannah Whipps (I),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4634 (on 05/09/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S733 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S733.pdf |
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