Bill > S1565

This bill establishes a comprehensive diabetes action plan within the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, requiring the department to collaborate with several state agencies including the health policy commission, center for health information and analysis, group insurance commission, and division of medical assistance. The plan aims to reduce the prevalence and impact of diabetes in Massachusetts by identifying specific goals and benchmarks for preventing diabetes, improving diabetes care, and controlling diabetes-related complications. Importantly, the bill mandates a biennial report to be submitted by July 1 of each odd-numbered year to key legislative committees, which must include detailed information such as the financial effects of diabetes, the number of people affected, the scope of prevention and control programs, the effectiveness of implemented programs, the level of inter-agency coordination, progress toward established goals, and recommendations for future legislative actions. The implementation of this plan is subject to appropriate funding allocations, indicating a flexible approach to addressing diabetes as a public health priority.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S1565