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NV SB192
Bill
AI Summary
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Hospitals and freestanding birthing centers must provide qualified sign language interpreters for deaf or hard of hearing patients giving birth, and must allow a family member and doula to be present during the birthing process
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All public and private health insurers covering maternity care must cover doula services and include doulas in provider networks, effective January 1, 2026
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Health insurers must cover testosterone replacement therapy for menopausal women as part of hormone replacement therapy coverage, with insurers required to submit compliance plans to the Commissioner of Insurance by January 1, 2026
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Child welfare agencies must provide independent mental health assessments for children diagnosed with mental or behavioral health conditions before they leave agency custody, conducted by qualified professionals not affiliated with the child's current placement
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Prohibits physicians, nurses, and osteopathic physicians from using race-based health formulas or care standards unless specifically authorized by their licensing boards, which must maintain approved lists and remove any formula when a race-neutral alternative of equal effectiveness exists
Legislative Description
Revises provisions relating to public health. (BDR 40-86)
Last Action
(No further action taken.)
6/3/2025