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KY SB103

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/16/2026

Primary Sponsor

Phillip Wheeler

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Insurers, pharmacy benefit managers, and pharmacy benefit administrators cannot require insured individuals to pay more in cost sharing for a covered prescription drug than the cash price available to purchase the drug without insurance coverage

  • All amounts paid by or on behalf of an insured for covered prescription drugs, including cash prices that don't exceed the negotiated price, must count toward the insured's deductible and out-of-pocket maximums

  • Insurers must establish clear written procedures for insureds, pharmacies, manufacturers, or others to submit proof of cash prices paid, and pharmacies are required to submit such proof for each transaction

  • The expanded definition of "health plan" now covers a broader range of insurance products including Medicare Part D prescription drug plans, Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare supplement coverage, short-term limited-duration coverage, and student health insurance

  • Provisions take effect January 1, 2027, and apply to health plans issued or renewed on or after that date

Legislative Description

AN ACT relating to prescription drugs.

Local Mandate

Last Action

to Committee on Committees (S)

1/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Committee on Committees1/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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