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S 911

An Act to strengthen the management of the health care connector

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Peter Durant and 1 co-sponsor

S 911 strengthens Massachusetts Health Connector management through enhanced governance, oversight, and administrative accountability to improve insurance marketplace operations.

Hearing scheduled for 06/02/2025 from 11:00 AM-03:00 PM in Gardner Auditorium
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Bill Summary · S 911

Legislative bill overview

S 911 aims to enhance oversight and operational management of the Massachusetts Health Connector, the state's health insurance marketplace. The bill restructures governance, accountability mechanisms, and administrative practices within the agency to improve service delivery and fiscal performance.

Why is this important

The Health Connector serves as the primary vehicle for health insurance access for hundreds of thousands of Massachusetts residents, particularly those ineligible for employer coverage or MassHealth. Strengthening its management directly affects insurance affordability, enrollment accuracy, and the state's ability to maintain adequate healthcare coverage rates.

Potential points of contention

  • Governance balance: Changes to board composition or executive authority could shift power between gubernatorial appointees and legislative oversight, raising questions about independence versus accountability
  • Operational costs: Enhanced management requirements and new compliance measures may increase administrative expenses, affecting premium costs or requiring budget reallocation
  • Implementation timeline: Reorganization of a functioning system serving active enrollees carries risks of service disruption during transition periods

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

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