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HB 8175 Failed

AN ACT RELATING TO HUMAN SERVICES -- MEDICAL ASSISTANCE

Introduced
In Committee
Floor
Crossed Over
Passed
Enacted

Requires Medicaid to cover services by licensed certified lactation counselors and EOHHS to oversee and implement the program and track related costs and use. It also ensures reimbursement consistent with similar providers.

Chamber
House
Introduced
Feb 27, 2026
Last action
May 5, 2026 — 05/05/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Sponsor
Grace Diaz D
Session
2026
Momentum
5 · Stalled