An Act concerning the safety of autistic and alzheimer individuals

This bill (H 4938) requires health insurance plans to cover Technology-Assisted Tracking Devices for individuals diagnosed with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or autism spectrum disorder. It defines these devices to be waterproof (IP66/IP68), indoor-compatible using Radio Frequency (not GPS), independent of cellular networks, tamper-resistant with caregiver-adjustable straps, and designed to prevent false alarms. The coverage must include the device subject to standard insurance cost-sharing like co-pays and deductibles. The bill directly affects insured individuals with these diagnoses and their caregivers by mandating insurance access to these safety devices.