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HB 1756

Commerce and Insurance, Dept. of - As introduced, directs the commissioner to use existing resources to study recent innovations by neighboring states to address substance use disorder through new health insurance coverage and reimbursement methods, strategies, or models; requires the commissioner to compile the findings and any recommendations from the study into a report for transmission to the general assembly no later than December 31, 2026. - Amends TCA Title 8; Title 33; Title 56 and Title 71.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Iris Rudder

Tennessee study examining neighboring states' substance use disorder insurance innovations, due December 2026, uses existing departmental resources.

Placed on cal. Insurance Committee for 3/24/2026
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Bill Summary · HB 1756

Legislative bill overview

HB 1756 directs Tennessee's Department of Commerce and Insurance to study how neighboring states are using innovative health insurance coverage and reimbursement methods to address substance use disorder. The commissioner must compile findings and recommendations into a report due to the General Assembly by December 31, 2026.

Why is this important

Substance use disorder is a significant public health challenge affecting healthcare costs, workforce productivity, and community stability. By examining successful models from neighboring states, Tennessee could identify cost-effective and evidence-based approaches to improve treatment access and outcomes within its own insurance framework.

Potential points of contention

  • Resource allocation: The bill directs use of "existing resources," which could strain department capacity if the study requires substantial staff time or expertise
  • Implementation timeline: The 10-month study window (from introduction in 2025 to December 2026 deadline) may be tight for comprehensive research across multiple states and insurance models
  • Action vs. study: The bill creates a study requirement only; there is no mandate to actually implement findings, which could limit real-world impact if recommendations are shelved

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

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