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A 128
Overview: Bill Number: A 128, Title: Requires insurance coverage for inhalers at no cost, Status: SIGNED CHAP.504, Introduced: January 08, 2025Purpose and Intent: The purpose of th
Overview: Bill Number: A 128, Title: Requires insurance coverage for inhalers at no cost, Status: SIGNED CHAP.504, Introduced: January 08, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The purpose of this bill is to mandate that health insurance plans provide coverage for inhalers at no cost to the insured. The intent is to improve access to essential asthma medication and reduce the financial burden on individuals with asthma.
Key Provisions:
- Requires all health insurance plans in the state to cover the cost of inhalers, including both rescue and maintenance inhalers
- Prohibits insurers from imposing any cost-sharing requirements, such as deductibles, copayments, or coinsurance, for inhaler coverage
- Applies to both individual and group health insurance plans
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Individuals with asthma, who will have improved access to necessary medication without financial barriers
- Health insurance providers, who will need to adjust their coverage policies and pricing to accommodate the new requirements
- Pharmaceutical companies and healthcare providers, who may see increased demand for inhalers
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been signed into law and will take effect on January 1, 2026. Health insurance plans will be required to comply with the new coverage mandate starting on that date.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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