An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, in casualty insurance, providing for coverage of allergenic protein dietary supplements.
SB 978 requires Pennsylvania health insurers to cover early allergen introduction dietary supplements (for peanut or egg protein) prescribed to infants under one year old at no additional cost to the insured. This directly affects infants with food allergy risks and their families covered by health insurance policies, excluding dental, vision, or limited-benefit plans. The law mandates coverage for medically prescribed supplements designed to reduce food allergy development, aligning with clinical guidance for early introduction. It applies to health insurance policies issued or renewed 60 days after the law's effective date.
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Aug 2025
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Governor
Introduced Aug 25, 2025
Last action Aug 25, 2025
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1 primary · 9 co-sponsors
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