Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 1156: An Act relative to uncollected co-pays, co-insurance and deductibles
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 1156 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to uncollected co-pays, co-insurance and deductibles. Primary sponsor: Carole Fiola (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 9, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5066.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Fiola of Fall River, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1156) of Carole A. Fiola for legislation to require certain healthcare carriers to share accountability with providers for uncollectible patient obligations after insurance. Financial Services.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carole Fiola | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6th Bristol |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Accompanied a study order, see H5066
- Hearing scheduled for 07/15/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2
- Hearing scheduled for 07/15/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Financial Services