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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Illinois Insurance Code. Provides that a group or individual plan of accident and health insurance or managed care plan amended, delivered, issued, or renewed on or after January 1, 2027 shall provide coverage for medically prescribed seizure detection devices. Requires all covered seizure detection devices to be approved for use by individuals, and for the choice of device to be made based upon the individual's circumstances and medical needs in consultation with the individual's medical provider. Sets forth provisions prohibiting prior authorization and cost-sharing, as specified. Amends the State Employees Group Insurance Act of 1971, the Counties Code, the Illinois Municipal Code, the School Code, the Health Maintenance Organization Act, the Limited Health Service Organization Act, the Voluntary Health Services Plans Act, and the Illinois Public Aid Code to require coverage under the provisions of those Acts. Effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that group and individual accident and health insurance plans, as well as managed care plans, must provide coverage for medically prescribed seizure detection devices starting January 1, 2027. These devices, which monitor seizure activity and alert individuals or caregivers, must be approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and chosen based on the individual's medical needs in consultation with their doctor. The bill also prohibits prior authorization requirements and cost-sharing, such as deductibles or copayments, for these devices, with an exception for high-deductible health plans that could affect health savings account eligibility. This coverage requirement is extended to various state programs, including those for state employees, county employees, municipal employees, school employees, and public aid recipients, by amending existing laws like the State Employees Group Insurance Act of 1971 and the Illinois Insurance Code.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (16)
Julie Morrison (D)*,
Christopher Belt (D),
Terri Bryant (R),
Mary Edly-Allen (D),
Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D),
Mike Halpin (D),
Patrick Joyce (D),
Dave Koehler (D),
Seth Lewis (R),
Laura Murphy (D),
Robert Peters (D),
Mike Porfirio (D),
Sue Rezin (R),
Jil Tracy (R),
Sally Turner (R),
Mark Walker (D),
Last Action
Senate Insurance Committee Hearing (17:00:00 3/10/2026 Room 400) (on 03/10/2026)
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