H 1021 Massachusetts House · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

An Act concerning the safety of autistic and alzheimer individuals

This bill requires health insurance plans in Massachusetts to cover wearable tracking devices for individuals diagnosed with Autism spectrum disorder or Alzheimer's disease. The legislation defines these devices as waterproof, non-cellular trackers that function without a direct line of sight to the sky and include features to prevent false alarms. By mandating full coverage subject to standard deductibles and co-pays, the measure aims to ensure that these specific safety tools are accessible to affected individuals and their guardians.
Bill status passed 3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Mar 2024
Senate Passage
Feb 2023
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023 Last action May 9, 2024
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This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
5
Key actions
1
Committee
2
Mar 7, 2024
Committee
Reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing
lower
Feb 16, 2023
Upper · Passed
Senate concurred
upper
Feb 16, 2023
Committee
Referred to the committee on Financial Services
lower
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors

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