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Introduced
02/07/2025
02/07/2025
In Committee
02/18/2025
02/18/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Creates the Illinois Universal Health Care Act. Provides that all individuals residing in the State are covered under the Illinois Health Services Program for health insurance. Sets forth the health coverage benefits that participants are entitled to under the Program. Sets forth the qualification requirements for participating health providers. Sets forth standards for provider reimbursement. Provides that it is unlawful for private health insurers to sell health insurance coverage that duplicates the coverage of the Program. Provides that investor-ownership of health delivery facilities is unlawful. Provides that the State shall establish the Illinois Health Services Trust to provide financing for the Program. Sets forth the requirements for claims billing under the Program. Provides that the Program shall include funding for long-term care services and mental health services. Provides that the Program shall establish a single prescription drug formulary and list of approved durable medical goods and supplies. Creates the Pharmaceutical and Durable Medical Goods Committee to negotiate the prices of pharmaceuticals and durable medical goods with suppliers or manufacturers on an open bid competitive basis. Sets forth provisions concerning patients' rights. Provides that the employees of the Program shall be compensated in accordance with the current pay scale for State employees and as deemed professionally appropriate by the General Assembly.
AI Summary
This bill proposes the creation of the Illinois Universal Health Care Act, which would establish a comprehensive, state-wide health insurance program called the Illinois Health Services Program that covers all residents of Illinois. The program would provide universal access to a wide range of medical services including primary and preventive care, specialty care, emergency services, prescription drugs, long-term care, mental health services, dental care, and vision care, with no deductibles or copayments for basic covered benefits. The program would be administered by an independent Illinois Health Services Governing Board and funded through a mix of government appropriations, progressive income contributions (20% from individuals, 20% from businesses, and 60% from government), and federal healthcare funds. The bill mandates that only non-profit healthcare providers can participate, prohibits private insurers from offering duplicate coverage, and establishes an Illinois Health Services Trust to manage program financing. Healthcare providers would be reimbursed through methods like fee-for-service, global budgets, or capitation payments, with a focus on controlling costs and ensuring quality care. The legislation also includes provisions for protecting patients' rights, establishing a uniform electronic medical records system, and creating a committee to negotiate pharmaceutical and medical supply prices. Notably, the bill aims to transition investor-owned healthcare facilities to non-profit status and emphasizes a patient-centered approach to healthcare delivery.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Rules Committee (on 02/18/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3780&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HB/10400HB3780.htm |
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