Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

H359 — An Act relative to health equity and community health workers

  1. 1
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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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This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill addresses health equity and the role of community health workers.

The bill focuses on promoting health equity and outlines the involvement of community health workers in achieving this goal. It aims to improve access and quality of healthcare for underserved populations.

What this means for you
  • Workers: The legislation supports community health workers, which may create more job opportunities in this field.
  • Families: This bill may help families by improving access to healthcare services through community health workers.
  • Consumers: This focuses on enhancing healthcare services, potentially improving the quality of care received by individuals.

Summary

An Act relative to health equity and community health workers

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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)

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does H359 do?
An Act relative to health equity and community health workers
Who sponsors H359?
H359 is sponsored by Marjorie C. Decker (Democrat).
What is the current status of H359?
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 H359?
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