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KS HB2074

KS HB2074
Requiring coverage of preexisting conditions by individual accident and sickness insurance policies.


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Introduced
01/24/2019
In Committee
01/24/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/21/2020

Introduced Session

2019-2020 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT concerning accident and sickness insurance; relating to 2 individual policies; requiring coverage of preexisting conditions; 3 amending K.S.A. 40-2257 and repealing the existing section. 4 5

AI Summary

This bill amends Kansas law to require individual accident and sickness insurance policies to cover pre-existing conditions. Specifically, it prohibits insurers from excluding or limiting coverage for pre-existing conditions, with some exceptions. The bill also outlines the conditions under which insurers can non-renew or discontinue individual policies, such as for non-payment of premiums or fraud. The bill aims to ensure that individuals with pre-existing medical conditions have access to affordable health insurance coverage.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (18)

Last Action

House Died in Committee (on 05/21/2020)

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