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MA H1036
Relative to increasing consumer access to licensed rehabilitation counselors
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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
03/07/2024
03/07/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to the definition of licensed mental health professionals under certain insurance laws. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill amends several sections of the Massachusetts General Laws to expand the definition of "licensed mental health professional" to include licensed rehabilitation counselors. The bill adds licensed rehabilitation counselors to the list of professionals, such as psychiatrists, psychologists, and clinical social workers, who are recognized as licensed mental health professionals for the purposes of insurance coverage and other legal provisions. This change is intended to increase consumer access to licensed rehabilitation counselors as part of the range of mental health services covered by insurance plans.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (4)
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/H1036 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1036.pdf |
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