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MA S2416
Prohibiting discrimination in insurance on the basis of having a naloxone prescription
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Introduced
11/14/2019
11/14/2019
In Committee
11/18/2019
11/18/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to prohibit discrimination in insurance on the basis of having a naloxone prescription. Financial Services.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits insurance companies, agents, or brokers from discriminating against individuals solely based on the fact that they have a prescription for the drug naloxone, which is used to reverse opioid overdoses. The bill requires insurers to obtain information to determine if an applicant has obtained a naloxone prescription for a reason unrelated to their health before making an underwriting decision. Practices that are overtly discriminatory or fair in form but discriminatory in practice are prohibited, and violations of this law would constitute an unfair or deceptive act under the state's insurance regulations.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2543 (on 02/18/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2416 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/S2416.pdf |
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