Category: Grassroots Efforts

MassAHU on the Transparency of Health Care Costs for Consumers

MassAHU on the Transparency of Health Care Costs for Consumers

November 18, 2011 | Comments (0)

MassAHU continues to advocate for affordable and quality health care in today’s market and for consumers to make informed decisions based upon transparent and easily accessible information. The following language is reflective of these efforts and hopefully the support of legislators on behalf of our clients: SECTION 1.  Chapter 6A of the General Laws, as so appearing in the [...]

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MassAHU’s Grassroot Efforts: vetoed in State Budget

MassAHU’s Grassroot Efforts: vetoed in State Budget

July 6, 2011 | Comments (0)

July 6, 2011. Today, the Governor signed a completed a $30.6 billion spending plan. The $30.6 billion spending bill, representing an increase of more than $700 million over the current fiscal year, and relying on $186 million from the state’s rainy day fund, included vetos of the Grassroots efforts supported by MassAHU which would help ensure sound rating [...]

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Costly amendments and assessments rejected….

Costly amendments and assessments rejected….

May 24, 2011 | Comments (0)

Several costly amendments for new health insurance mandates and assessments that small businesses can’t afford have been rejected.

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Amendment 225 Adopted

Amendment 225 Adopted

May 24, 2011 | Comments (0)

DOI to notify health plans 60 days prior to effective dates of proposed rates.

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Broker Awareness Radio Campaign

Broker Awareness Radio Campaign

January 7, 2011 | Comments (0)

MassAHU continues its Market Awareness campaign “Reach Out”. The educational focus is to communicate the role employee benefits professionals play on the public’s behalf.

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Grass Roots Efforts

Grass Roots Efforts

January 3, 2011 | Comments (0)

Grassroots & Legislative Advocacy – MassAHU calls upon members to participate in Operation Shout. MassAHU encourages our members to have their voices heard through this Grassroots effort known as Operation Shout. Being vocal and coordinating grassroots advocacy is key to our continued presence in health care reform.

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