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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/22/2024
02/22/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd 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 amends Chapter 118E of the General Laws to require health benefit plans to provide full coverage, subject to applicable cost-sharing, for insured individuals diagnosed with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or Autism spectrum disorder to obtain a "Technology-Assisted Tracking Device." These devices must meet specific requirements, such as being waterproof, working indoors, and having tamper-resistant but changeable wrist or ankle straps, to help ensure the safety of these individuals.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (9)
Josh Cutler (D)*,
Bruce Ayers (D),
John Cronin (D),
David DeCoste (R),
Carol Doherty (D),
Jim Hawkins (D),
Vanna Howard (D),
Paul McMurtry (D),
Alan Silvia (D),
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/H980 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H980.pdf |
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