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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
Relative to health insurance coverage for certain medically fragile students. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill requires health insurance plans in Massachusetts to provide coverage for medically necessary treatments required by a student's individual education program, individualized family service plan, individualized service plan, or the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act. The bill applies to the state's Group Insurance Commission, as well as individual and group policies issued by insurance companies, non-profit hospital service corporations, medical service corporations, and health maintenance organizations. All affected policies must conform to the new requirements starting January 1, 2024.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4691 (on 05/30/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1159 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1159.pdf |
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