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HB 8135 Failed

AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES -- EQUAL PAY FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Requires the state and private health insurers to reimburse claims for healthcare services provided by nurse practitioners and physician assistants at the same amount as the reimbursement paid to a physician performing the service in the area served.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Feb 27, 2026
Last action
Mar 24, 2026 — 03/24/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Sponsor
Marie Hopkins R
Session
2026
Momentum
5 · Stalled