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MA H2435
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Homar Gomez
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AI Summary
- Requires the Department of Public Health to conduct a review and issue a report on APOL1 gene variants associated with increased risk of end-stage renal disease
- Report must include recommendations for increasing awareness of APOL1, including screening and genetic testing options
- Report must analyze strategies and funding mechanisms to expand APOL1 screening and genetic testing in Massachusetts
- Report deadline is December 31, 2026, to be filed with the House, Senate, and Joint Committee on Public Health
- Amends Chapter 111 of the General Laws by adding new Section 245
Legislative Description
Relative to APOL1 mediated kidney disease
Last Action
Reporting date extended to Thursday, October 9, 2025
9/11/2025
Committee Referrals
Public Health2/27/2025
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