Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

S898 — An Act relative to patient centered access to behavioral health services in accountable care organizations

  1. 1
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there are no live odds of enactment. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

The bill improves access to mental health services in healthcare organizations.

This bill aims to enhance patient access to mental health services by requiring healthcare organizations to provide better support. It focuses on creating a more coordinated and patient-centric approach to behavioral health care.

What this means for you
  • Workers: Workers in healthcare may experience changes in how mental health services are managed and coordinated.
  • Families: Families may find it easier to access mental health services for their loved ones.
  • Healthcare: This means healthcare organizations will need to improve their support for mental health services.

Summary

An Act relative to patient centered access to behavioral health services in accountable care organizations

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Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (203)

203 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does S898 do?
An Act relative to patient centered access to behavioral health services in accountable care organizations
Who sponsors S898?
S898 is sponsored by Michael O. Moore (Democrat).
What is the current status of S898?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track S898?
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