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MD HB1365

Bill

Status

Enrolled

4/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Joseline Pena-Melnyk

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Health occupations boards must grant at least 2 hours of continuing education credit for every 1 hour of menopause-related training completed by licensed providers who evaluate and manage menopause symptoms

  • Insurers, nonprofit health service plans, and HMOs must provide coverage for evaluation and management of menopause and menopause-associated symptoms as determined by the treating health care provider, effective January 1, 2027

  • The State Advisory Council on Health and Wellness gains two new members: the Executive Director of the Maryland Commission for Women and one representative with expertise in perimenopausal, menopausal, and postmenopausal evaluation and treatment

  • The Maryland Department of Health must identify at least one approved training program on menopause management in consultation with professional associations including the Menopause Society

  • The Maryland Commission for Women and Maryland Department of Health must report to the General Assembly by October 1, 2027 on policy initiatives, community health worker outreach plans, and clinical education opportunities related to menopausal care

Legislative Description

Health Occupations, Public Health, and Insurance - Menopause - Provider Training Coverage Requirements, Policy Initiatives, and Access to Care

Rules and Regulations

Last Action

Returned Passed

4/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance3/19/2026
Health2/13/2026

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