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The 194th General Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Bill S.901 194th (Current)

An Act to advance health equity

By Mr. Payano, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 901) of Pavel M. Payano, Liz Miranda, Manny Cruz, Patricia D. Jehlen and others for legislation to advance health equity. Health Care Financing.

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Bill Information

Presenter:
Pavel M. Payano
Status:
Referred to Senate Committee on Ways and Means
This bill seeks to address health disparities in Massachusetts by incorporating health equity considerations into state healthcare policies, governance, and data collection. It establishes an Executive Office of Equity to oversee statewide equity initiatives, requiring agencies to integrate equity into healthcare decision-making, funding allocations, and performance tracking. The bill mandates public reporting on health disparities, promotes diversity in healthcare governance, and strengthens workforce training on implicit bias and structural competency. It also expands access to healthcare for low-income and immigrant populations, enhances community health programs, and ensures accountability through benchmarks and oversight committees. By prioritizing historically underserved populations, the legislation aims to create a more inclusive, fair, and effective healthcare system.
* The bill summary was created by the Primary Sponsor of the bill; no committee of the General Court certifies the accuracy of its contents.

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