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GA SR974

Resolution

Status

Engrossed

3/22/2016

Primary Sponsor

Renee Unterman

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Origin

Senate

2015-2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the Senate Surprise Billing Practices Study Committee to examine how other states protect consumers from surprise medical bills by out-of-network providers and how similar laws could benefit Georgia citizens
  • Committee composed of 4 Senate members appointed by the President of the Senate, who also designates the chairperson
  • Committee is charged with studying surprise billing conditions, needs, and issues, and recommending any necessary action or legislation
  • Members may receive legislative allowances for up to 5 days unless additional days are authorized, funded from Senate appropriations
  • Committee must file any approved report with the Secretary of the Senate and stands abolished on December 1, 2016

Legislative Description

Senate Surprise Billing Practices Study Committee; create

Last Action

Senate Passed/Adopted

3/22/2016

Full Bill Text

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