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Introduced
01/20/2015
01/20/2015
In Committee
01/20/2015
01/20/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016
07/31/2016
Introduced Session
189th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to medical equipment suppliers. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill amends a section of Massachusetts General Laws concerning health insurance companies and hospitals, requiring them to ensure that at least ten percent of the vendors they contract with are certified by the Supplier Diversity Office of the Commonwealth, which is an office dedicated to promoting diversity among businesses that supply goods and services. This requirement applies to contracts with long-term or infusion pharmacies, durable medical equipment suppliers (companies that provide equipment like wheelchairs or walkers for home use), and respiratory equipment suppliers.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4242 (on 05/05/2016)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/House/H1987 |
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1987 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1987.pdf |
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