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KY SB150
AN ACT relating to the state of emergency in response to COVID-19 and declaring an emergency.
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Introduced
02/05/2020
02/05/2020
In Committee
03/26/2020
03/26/2020
Crossed Over
03/05/2020
03/05/2020
Passed
03/26/2020
03/26/2020
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/30/2020
03/30/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amend KRS 304.17A-005 to define terms; create new sections of Subtitle 17A of KRS Chapter 304 to require the commissioner of insurance to establish a database of billed health care service charges; require an insurer to reimburse for unanticipated out-of-network care; prohibit balance billing from a provider who has been reimbursed as required; provide for an independent dispute resolution program to review reimbursements provided for unanticipated out-of-network care; allow unregulated health plans to opt-in to requirements; require insurers to provide certain notices in an explanation of benefits; amend KRS 304.17A-254 and 304.17A-505 to require certain disclosures; create a new section of KRS Chapter 365 to allow the Attorney General to enjoin persons violating Section 3; amend KRS 18A.225 to require the state employee health plan to comply with Sections 3 and 4 of the Act; amend KRS 304.17A-0954, 304.17A-096, 304.17A-500, 304.17A-580, 304.17A-649, 304.17B-001, 304.17B-015, 304.17B-033, 304.17C-010, 304.18-114, 304.38A-010, and 304.39-241 to conform; repeal KRS 304.17A-640; EFFECTIVE January 1, 2021.
AI Summary
This bill amends various laws related to the state of emergency declared in response to COVID-19. It allows the Governor to suspend or waive certain licensing fees and administrative requirements for businesses ordered to close or alter operations. It also allows the Governor to waive or suspend certain unemployment insurance provisions to protect affected workers. The bill requires the Department of Revenue to adhere to any changes in tax filing and payment requirements made by the federal government. It also expands telehealth coverage, provides liability protections for healthcare providers, and allows for remote meetings and notarizations during the state of emergency. The bill is intended to reduce burdens on businesses, workers, and healthcare providers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
signed by Governor (Acts ch. 73) (on 03/30/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/20RS/sb150.html |
| BillText | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/20RS/sb150/bill.pdf |
| Vote History for SB150 | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/20RS/sb150/vote_history.pdf |
| BillText | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/20RS/sb150/orig_bill.pdf |
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