Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 1290: An Act relative to dental insurance coverage of periodontal treatments
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 1290 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act relative to dental insurance coverage of periodontal treatments. Primary sponsor: Angelo Puppolo (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (March 12, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see H5207.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Puppolo of Springfield, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1290) of Angelo J. Puppolo, Jr., and Bud L. Williams relative to dental insurance coverage of periodontal treatments. Financial Services.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angelo Puppolo | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 12th Hampden |
| Bud Williams | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 11th Hampden |
“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 H5207
- Hearing scheduled for 10/27/2025 from 10:30 AM-04:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Financial Services