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MA S600

MA S600
Improving access to breast pumps


summary

Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
04/08/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to improve access to breast pumps. Financial Services.

AI Summary

This bill aims to improve access to breast pumps. It requires the Massachusetts Group Insurance Commission, the state Medicaid program, and various private health insurance plans to cover the cost of renting and using a "multi-user breast pump" for new mothers whose infants are receiving care in intensive or special care nurseries, or have certain medical conditions that prevent direct breastfeeding. The bill also mandates coverage for replacement parts, storage bags, sterilization supplies, and lactation consultant services related to the use of the covered breast pumps.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

No further action taken (on 12/31/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S600
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S600.pdf
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