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PA SB989
Bill
Status
9/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Maria Collett
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AI Summary
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Requires health insurers in Pennsylvania to cover immunizations with no cost-sharing (no deductibles, copays, or coinsurance) for enrollees, excluding grandfathered health plans
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Covers all vaccines required by individual health insurance policies as of January 1, 2025, plus any immunizations recommended by the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices
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Authorizes the Insurance Department, in consultation with the Department of Health, to add or remove immunizations from coverage requirements based on medical evidence and public health considerations
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Permits insurers to impose cost-sharing for out-of-network immunizations unless no in-network provider is available, and protects enrollees claiming religious freedom exemptions
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Establishes enforcement penalties including fines up to $5,000 per violation ($10,000 for willful violations), with a $500,000 annual cap, plus potential license suspension or revocation
Legislative Description
Providing for immunization coverage; and imposing penalties.
Last Action
Referred to Banking & Insurance
9/4/2025