The bill amends several chapters of the General Laws to mandate that various types of health insurance policies provide coverage for cytological screenings and HPV screenings without any cost sharing for the member. Specifically, it introduces new sections in Chapter 175, Chapter 176A, Chapter 176B, and Chapter 176G, ensuring that blanket or general insurance policies, individual or group hospital service plans, subscription certificates, and health maintenance contracts all include this coverage.

This legislation aims to enhance women's preventative health care by ensuring that essential screenings for cervical cancer are accessible without financial barriers. By requiring that these screenings be covered at no cost to the member, the bill seeks to promote early detection and treatment of cervical cancer, ultimately improving health outcomes for women in the Commonwealth.