H5013

To establish a celiac disease screening pilot program

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Establishes a celiac disease screening pilot program for 12-year-olds in Massachusetts.

The bill establishes a three-year pilot program for celiac disease screening for 12-year-olds in Massachusetts. Health care providers, including doctors, nurses, and licensed pharmacists, can participate at no additional cost. The program aims to improve early detection, reduce long-term health consequences, and support families navigating a diagnosis. The Department of Public Health will collect data, engage with stakeholders, and prepare an annual report evaluating the program's feasibility, accuracy, and outcomes.

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Where it stands

Current
Ways and Means Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 23

10:00 AM

Joint Committee on Public Health Hearing

Mar 23

10:00 AM

Joint Committee on Public Health Hearing

History

Jul 27

House

Committee recommended bill ought to pass and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means

May 28

House

Reporting date extended to Thursday, December 31, 2026

May 26

House

Reported favorably by committee and referred to the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing