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Bill > H4009
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Introduced
11/06/2017
11/06/2017
In Committee
11/14/2017
11/14/2017
Crossed Over
11/13/2017
11/13/2017
Passed
11/14/2017
11/14/2017
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
11/20/2017
11/20/2017
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to advancing contraceptive coverage and economic security in our state
AI Summary
This bill aims to advance contraceptive coverage and economic security in Massachusetts. It requires the Group Insurance Commission, MassHealth, and private insurers to provide coverage for a wide range of FDA-approved contraceptive drugs, devices, and services without cost-sharing, with limited exceptions for certain religious employers. The bill also requires insurers to allow 12-month dispensing of contraceptives and cover voluntary female sterilization procedures. The goal is to improve access to contraception and support the financial and reproductive health of Massachusetts residents.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Last Action
Signed by the Governor, Chapter 120 of the Acts of 2017 (on 11/20/2017)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4009 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H4009.pdf |
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