Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
H 1386: An Act to ensure uniform and transparent reporting of medical debt data
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 1386 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act to ensure uniform and transparent reporting of medical debt data. Primary sponsor: John Mahoney (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 2, 2025): Hearing scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Mahoney of Worcester, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 1386) of John J. Mahoney for legislation to establish an electronic system of public reporting for providers as a prerequisite condition for advancing overdue medical bills to debt collection agencies. Health Care Financing.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Mahoney | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 13th Worcester |
“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 scheduled for 05/12/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium
- Senate concurred
- Referred to the committee on Health Care Financing