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HD 3264

An Act relative to medical records requests

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Donnie Berthiaume and 1 co-sponsor

HD 3264 - An Act relative to medical records requests OverviewBill Number: HD 3264 Title: An Act relative to medical records requestsStatus: Proposed billIntroduced: November 29,

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Bill Summary · HD 3264

HD 3264 - An Act relative to medical records requests

Overview

Bill Number: HD 3264
Title: An Act relative to medical records requests
Status: Proposed bill
Introduced: November 29, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary goal of this proposed legislation is to streamline the process for patients to access and obtain copies of their own medical records from healthcare providers. Currently, the process can be cumbersome, time-consuming, and inconsistent across different providers. This bill aims to establish clear, uniform standards to make it easier for patients to exercise their right to access their personal health information.

Key Provisions

  • Requires healthcare providers to respond to patient requests for medical records within 10 business days, down from the current 30-day requirement.
  • Caps the fees that providers can charge for copying and delivering medical records at $0.25 per page, with a maximum total fee of $25.
  • Mandates that providers offer patients the option to receive records electronically at no additional cost.
  • Prohibits providers from requiring patients to provide a reason or explanation for requesting their own records.
  • Establishes financial penalties for providers that fail to comply with the new requirements.

Affected Parties and Impacts

This bill would directly impact all patients seeking to access their medical records from healthcare providers in the state. It is intended to make the process faster, more affordable, and more transparent for patients. Healthcare providers, including hospitals, clinics, and private practices, would need to adapt their record request policies and procedures to comply with the new standards.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

HD 3264 was introduced in the state legislature on November 29, 2025 and has been referred to the Joint Committee on Public Health for initial review and consideration. If reported favorably by the committee, the bill would then proceed to a full vote in both the state House and Senate. Given the consumer-friendly nature of the proposal, it has garnered bipartisan support and is expected to advance through the legislative process in the coming months.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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