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MA H1161

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

William Galvin

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Origin

House of Representatives

194th General Court

AI Summary

  • Requires all insurance policies in Massachusetts to cover cytological screenings (Pap smears) and HPV screenings with no cost sharing to members
  • Amends Chapter 175 (general insurance), Chapter 176A (hospital service plans), Chapter 176B (medical service agreements), and Chapter 176G (HMOs) to mandate the coverage
  • Applies to any policy, contract, or certificate of insurance issued, delivered, or renewed within the Commonwealth
  • Filed by Representative William C. Galvin (6th Norfolk) on January 9, 2025 and referred to the Financial Services Committee
  • Similar legislation (House No. 1013) was filed in the 2023-2024 legislative session

Legislative Description

Regarding cervical cancer and women's preventative health

Last Action

Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time

8/28/2025

Committee Referrals

Financial Services2/27/2025

Full Bill Text

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