Healthcare across the country

introduced · Ohio · House Jul 1, 2026

HB 969: Revise the composition of some local boards of health

HB 969 creates a new District Advisory Council for certain local health districts to oversee the selection of board members and guide health policy. This council is composed of the county commissioner president, municipal chief executives, and township trustee chairpersons, who will appoint health board members while ensuring representation from doctors and nurses. The bill also establishes procedures for holding regular and special meetings, forming an executive committee if needed to make appointments when a full council meeting cannot occur, and outlines how different districts can merge into a single combined district.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a council to oversee health board selection and ensure representation from doctors and nurses, strengthening local health governance.75% confidence

Tags Local Government

Sponsors Mark Hiner (R) , Roy Klopfenstein (R)

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passed · Ohio · House Jul 1, 2026

HR 479: Recognizing National Health Center Week, August 2-8, 2026.

This Ohio House resolution formally recognizes August 2-8, 2026, as National Health Center Week to honor the state's community health centers. The bill acknowledges the vital role these facilities play in providing affordable and accessible healthcare to medically underserved residents. It also highlights the dedication of the healthcare professionals and management teams who run these centers. To spread awareness, the resolution directs the House Clerk to send copies of the document to Ohio news media.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill recognizes National Health Center Week to honor facilities providing affordable, accessible care to underserved residents, highlighting their vital role.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Primary Care

Sponsor Allison Russo (D)

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introduced · Ohio · House Jul 1, 2026

HB 972: Prohibit certain health plan issuer pharmacy restrictions

To enact section 3902.78 of the Revised Code to prohibit a health plan issuer from imposing restrictions on pharmacy services that increase transparency and prescription drug access for patients.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill prohibits restrictions on pharmacy services to increase transparency and prescription drug access, directly supporting patient healthcare access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Prescription Drugs

Sponsor Kellie Deeter (R)

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2026

A 11624: Requires Medicaid coverage of applied behavior analysis therapy rendered during school hours

This bill requires Medicaid to cover applied behavior analysis therapy provided during school hours for students in grades kindergarten through twelfth who have an autism spectrum disorder. The therapy must be delivered in public or non-public schools, and the specific definitions for the treatment and therapy will follow existing state insurance law. By adding this coverage to Medicaid, the legislation ensures that eligible students can access this support within their educational setting without additional out-of-pocket costs. The changes will take effect approximately 90 days after the bill is signed into law.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands educational access by mandating Medicaid coverage for autism therapy within K-12 schools, ensuring students receive necessary support during school hours.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates Medicaid coverage for autism therapy, expanding health benefits and improving patient access to essential services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Medicaid

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in committee · New York · Senate Jul 13, 2026

S 10660: Relates to adaptive aquatic safety services for individuals with disabilities

Relates to adaptive aquatic safety services for individuals with disabilities; directs the commissioner of health to evaluate and seek approval for the inclusion of adaptive aquatic safety services as an available service component under applicable Medicaid home and community-based services authorities; relates to adaptive aquatic accessibility at state-funded public aquatic facilities; directs the commissioner of health to promulgate regulations requiring lifeguard certification and recertification courses to include instruction concerning aquatic safety for individuals with disabilities; authorizes school districts and boards of cooperative educational services to incorporate adaptive aquatic safety goals into individualized education programs where appropriate to address certain skills.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands Medicaid coverage to include adaptive aquatic safety services, improving access to health-related care for individuals with disabilities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid

Sponsor Pat Fahy (D) · 1 co-sponsor

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2026

A 11655: Establishes a rare kidney disease screening pilot program

Establishes a rare kidney disease screening pilot program within the department of health to operate in at least two counties or regions in the state, targeting at-risk populations, to improve early diagnosis of RKD, connect patients with treatments and care, and evaluate the effectiveness and scalability of state-based RKD screening initiatives.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a pilot program to improve early diagnosis and connect patients with care, directly advancing healthcare access and public health initiatives.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2026

A 11628: Requires insurance coverage for FDA approved expanded access to certain investigational medical products

Requires insurance policies to provide coverage for federal food and drug administration approved expanded access to an investigational medical product that has been shown to be effective, without the need for any prior authorization determination.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates insurance coverage for FDA-approved investigational treatments, directly improving patient access to medical products.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2026

A 11627: Relates to coverage for the treatment of ameloblastoma

Relates to medical and dental coverage for the treatment of ameloblastoma which shall include but is not limited to dental implants and implant-related services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates coverage for ameloblastoma treatment including dental implants, expanding patient access to necessary healthcare services.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2026

A 11623: Requires standards for an electronic prior authorization program for the utilization review of health care services

Requires the commissioner of health and the superintendent of insurance to develop standards for an electronic prior authorization program for the utilization review of health care services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes standards for electronic prior authorization, aiming to streamline administrative processes and improve patient access to healthcare services.85% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2026

A 11619: Requires employers to provide neonatal intensive care leave

This bill requires employers to provide unpaid leave for employees whose children are hospitalized in a neonatal intensive care unit. The amount of leave depends on company size, with businesses having 16 to 50 employees offering up to 10 days and larger companies offering up to 20 days. Employees can take this time continuously or in smaller increments, and they will be reinstated to their original job with benefits maintained after the leave ends. The law also prohibits discrimination against workers for using this leave and allows employers to request basic verification of the child's hospital stay without asking for private medical details.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates unpaid leave for neonatal intensive care, directly supporting patient access and protecting rights during critical health crises.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates unpaid leave for employees with hospitalized children, expanding worker benefits and protecting family rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Paid Leave

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