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S 867

An Act relative to primary care for you

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Mike Brady and 13 co-sponsors

Massachusetts bill S. 867 reforms primary care access and services; currently under fiscal review for budget and implementation costs.

New draft substituted, see S3116
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Bill Summary · S 867

Legislative bill overview

S. 867, titled "An Act relative to primary care for you," is a Massachusetts bill that appears designed to expand or reform primary care access and services, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available legislative history. The bill has progressed through committee review and received a favorable report from committee in June 2025, advancing to the Senate Ways and Means Committee for budget and fiscal consideration.

Why is this important

Primary care reform directly affects healthcare access for Massachusetts residents and can influence costs, preventive care quality, and health outcomes. Changes to primary care policy often have significant budgetary implications for both the state and healthcare system, which is why the bill now requires fiscal review by the Ways and Means Committee.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanism: The bill's advancement to Ways and Means suggests budget questions about how expanded primary care services would be funded (state budget, insurance mandates, provider reimbursement adjustments)
  • Implementation scope: Unclear whether reforms apply to all primary care providers, specific populations, or particular geographic areas, which could affect equity and resource allocation
  • Provider impact: Changes to primary care may involve reimbursement rate adjustments or new requirements for healthcare providers, raising questions about feasibility and stakeholder support

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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