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GA HB658
Bill
Status
2/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Scott Holcomb
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AI Summary
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Georgia HB 658 creates state-level health insurance consumer protections that would take effect only if the federal Affordable Care Act (ACA) is repealed
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Prohibits health insurers from denying coverage, limiting benefits, or charging higher premiums based on preexisting conditions
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Requires health plans to cover preventive services with no cost-sharing and to cover dependent children up to age 26
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Bans annual and lifetime limits on essential health benefits, which include hospitalization, prescription drugs, mental health services, maternity care, and emergency services
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Prevents insurers from canceling or non-renewing policies except for nonpayment of premiums or intentional fraud on applications
Legislative Description
Insurance; certain consumer protections contingent upon repeal of Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; provide
Last Action
House Second Readers
3/3/2025