Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 1161: An Act regarding cervical cancer and women's preventative health
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 1161 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act regarding cervical cancer and women's preventative health. Primary sponsor: Bill Galvin (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (August 28, 2025): Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Galvin of Canton, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1161) of William C. Galvin relative to insurance coverage for cervical cancer and women’s preventative health screenings. Financial Services.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bill Galvin | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 6th Norfolk |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Hearing rescheduled to 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
- Accompanied a new draft, see H4337
- Hearing scheduled for 04/29/2025 from 10:00 AM-02:00 PM in A-2
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Financial Services