Massachusetts · 194th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
S 706: An Act streamlining the prior authorization process
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 706 is a bill introduced in the Massachusetts Senate on February 27, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act streamlining the prior authorization process. Primary sponsor: John Cronin (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 1, 2026): Accompanied a study order, see S3038.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
By Mr. Cronin, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 706) of John J. Cronin for legislation to streamline the prior authorization process for covered health care services. Financial Services.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Cronin | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | Worcester and Middlesex |
“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 S3038
- Reporting date extended to Tuesday March 31, 2026
- Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing
- 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
- House concurred
- Referred to the committee on Financial Services