Bill
HB 6369
Overview: HB 6369, "AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- OFFICE OF HEALTH CARE ADVOCATE", was recommended by the committee to be held for further study on June 5, 202
Overview: HB 6369, "AN ACT RELATING TO STATE AFFAIRS AND GOVERNMENT -- OFFICE OF HEALTH CARE ADVOCATE", was recommended by the committee to be held for further study on June 5, 2025. It was introduced on January 23, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The primary purpose of this bill is to establish an independent Office of Health Care Advocate within the state government. The Advocate would serve as a resource and ombudsman for residents, helping them navigate the healthcare system and address issues or complaints related to their coverage and care.
Key Provisions:
- Creates the Office of Health Care Advocate as a new state agency, led by a Director appointed by the Governor
- Empowers the Advocate to investigate consumer complaints, intervene on behalf of individuals, and mediate disputes with healthcare providers and insurers
- Requires the Advocate to publish annual reports analyzing trends, identifying systemic problems, and making policy recommendations
- Provides the Advocate's office with the authority to access relevant records and data to fulfill its oversight and advocacy functions
Affected Parties and Impacts: This legislation would primarily benefit individual healthcare consumers, who would have access to a dedicated state-level resource to assist them in resolving coverage and care-related issues. Healthcare providers, insurers, and policymakers may also be impacted as the Advocate's office identifies systemic problems and proposes reforms.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: HB 6369 has been recommended by the committee to be held for further study, indicating that additional review and deliberation are needed before the bill can advance. The committee may make amendments or request more information before deciding whether to move the legislation forward.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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