Vote Yes on this bill if you want Massachusetts to create a single public health plan that covers nearly all residents, removes premiums, copays, and deductibles, expands benefits like dental and long-term care, and funds the system with new payroll and income taxes.

Organizations that support this bill may include labor unions, single-payer health care advocates, patient rights groups, disability rights organizations, mental health advocates, and groups representing low-income residents, immigrants, and seniors.

Vote No on this bill if you want to keep a larger role for private and employer-based insurance, avoid new payroll and income taxes, and prevent the state from taking over most health care payments and setting provider budgets and prices.

Organizations that oppose this bill may include private health insurers, business and employer associations, anti-tax groups, and health care industry organizations that oppose new state taxes, state price setting, or limits on private insurance.