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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
135th General Assembly (2023-2024)
Bill Summary
To enact section 3902.63 of the Revised Code to cap cost sharing for prescription insulin drugs.
AI Summary
This bill aims to enact a new section of the Ohio Revised Code (Section 3902.63) to cap the cost-sharing (such as deductibles, copays, or coinsurance) that health plan issuers can require for prescription insulin drugs at $35 per 30-day supply, regardless of the amount or type of insulin needed. The new law would apply to health benefit plans amended, issued, or renewed on or after the effective date of this section. The term "prescription insulin drug" is defined as a prescription drug that contains insulin and is used to treat diabetes.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (8)
Hearcel Craig (D)*,
Nathan Manning (R)*,
Nickie Antonio (D),
Bill DeMora (D),
Paula Hicks-Hudson (D),
Catherine Ingram (D),
Kent Smith (D),
Vernon Sykes (D),
Last Action
Senate Health 1st Hearing, Sponsor (09:30:00 3/8/2023 South Hearing Room) (on 03/08/2023)
Bill Topics
Health
- ‐ Health Insurance Reform
- ‐ Regulation of Drug Industry and Pharmacies
- ‐ Treatment of Specific Diseases
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/135/sb61 | 02/16/2023 |
| Analysis - As Introduced | https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/download?key=20498&format=pdf | 03/03/2023 |
| BillText | https://search-prod.lis.state.oh.us/solarapi/v1/general_assembly_135/bills/sb61/IN/00/sb61_00_IN?format=pdf | 02/16/2023 |
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