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DC B25-0925

DC B25-0925
Health Insurance Coverage Expansion Amendment Act of 2024


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Introduced
07/12/2024
In Committee
09/17/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

25th Council

Bill Summary

A BILL IN THE COUNCIL OF DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA To amend the Women's Health and Cancer Rights Federal Law Conformity Act of 2000 to require private insurance companies to cover certain health care costs without imposing cost-sharing requirements.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Women's Health and Cancer Rights Federal Law Conformity Act of 2000 to require private insurance companies to cover abortion and abortion-related services without imposing any cost-sharing requirements like deductibles, coinsurance, or copayments. The bill prohibits insurance plans from placing any restrictions or delays on this coverage, and requires that it be provided without discrimination based on factors like age, disability, gender, or sexual orientation. The bill excludes Medicaid coverage from these requirements. It also authorizes the Mayor to issue rules to implement the provisions of the bill.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (12)

Last Action

Referred to Committee on Business and Economic Development (on 09/17/2024)

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