Chapter 257 of the Acts of 2008

Below is information about Chapter 257 of the Acts of 2008, the landmark rate-setting law the Council and others worked to pass more than 10 years ago. The Council routinely attends public hearings and files testimony on human services rates.
You can download the Chapter 257 fact sheet here.

Council Submits First Ch.257 Testimony of the New Year

The Providers’ Council submitted testimony to the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) on 101 CMR 414.00, addressing rates for Family Stabilization Services. Representing over 220 community-based human services organizations in Massachusetts, the Council underscored the need for equitable reimbursement rates to address workforce challenges and ensure service delivery. 

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Council submitted testimony at Chapter 257 hearings

The Providers’ Council submitted testimony today at two Chapter 257 hearings regarding updated rates for Certain Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders Programs and Payments for Youth Short-Term Stabilization and Emergency Placement

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Council Submits Ch.257 Testimony on Rates for Youth Short-Term Stabilization and Emergency Placement Services

The Providers’ Council submitted testimony to the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) on 101 CMR 418.00, addressing rates for Youth Short-Term Stabilization and Emergency Placement Services. Representing over 220 community-based human services organizations in Massachusetts, the Council highlighted the urgent need for equitable reimbursement rates to address workforce challenges and sustain critical services. 

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The Council Submits Ch.257 Testimony for Addressing Rates for Certain Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders Programs

The Providers’ Council submitted testimony to the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) on 101 CMR 346.00, addressing rates for Certain Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders Programs. Representing over 220 community-based human services organizations in Massachusetts, the Council emphasized the urgent need for equitable reimbursement rates to address workforce challenges and maintain critical services. 

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Council Submits Ch.257 Testimony Addressing rates for Certain Placement, Support, and Shared Living Services

The Providers’ Council submitted testimony at the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) public hearing on 101 CMR 411.00, addressing rates for Certain Placement, Support, and Shared Living Services. Representing over 220 community-based human services organizations across Massachusetts, the Council emphasized the need for equitable reimbursement rates to ensure workforce stability and service delivery. 

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Council submits 257 testimony on seven rates

The Providers’ Council on Friday, May 15 submitted testimony on seven Chapter 257 rates, including: 101 CMR 414.00, Rates for Family Stabilization Services 101 CMR 412.00, Rates for Family Transitional

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