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ID S1100
Bill
Status
Passed
3/22/2013
Primary Sponsor
Health and Welfare Committee
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AI Summary
- Exempts health care sharing ministries from regulation under Idaho's insurance code (Title 41, Idaho Code)
- Defines qualifying health care sharing ministries as faith-based nonprofit organizations that are tax exempt under federal law, limit membership to those of similar faith, and facilitate voluntary contributions among members with medical or financial needs
- Requires qualifying organizations to provide monthly written statements to participants listing total qualified needs submitted and amounts assigned for contribution, with no assumption of risk or promise to pay by the organization or participants
- Mandates a written disclaimer on all applications and materials stating the organization is not an insurance company and participation is voluntary with no legal obligation for others to contribute toward medical bills
- Declares that participation in or operation of health care sharing ministries does not constitute an unfair or deceptive trade practice under Idaho consumer protection law
Legislative Description
Adds to existing law to provide that a health care sharing ministry shall not be considered to be engaging in the business of insurance for the purposes of the State Insurance Code.
HEALTH CARE SHARING MINISTRIES FREEDOM TO SHARE ACT
Last Action
Signed by Governor on 03/22/13 Session Law Chapter 156 Effective: 07/01/13
3/22/2013
Committee Referrals
Business2/27/2013
Judiciary and Rules2/11/2013
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