Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Proposed Bill
HD 6396: An Act protecting long-term care residents from health insurance solicitation and coercion
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HD 6396 is a proposed bill introduced in the Massachusetts House on October 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act protecting long-term care residents from health insurance solicitation and coercion. Primary sponsor: Alan Silvia (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (October 15, 2026): Referred to the committee on House Rules.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Representative Silvia of Fall River, a petition (subject to Joint Rule 12) of Alan Silvia relative to health insurance solicitation and coercion of long-term care residents. Aging and Independence.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alan Silvia | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 7th 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
- Referred to the committee on House Rules