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SB1687Introduced in the Senate

INS CD-CRIBS AND CAR SEATS

IntroducedSenate Assignments

Introduced by Christopher Belt, District 57

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Amends the Illinois Insurance Code. Provides that a group or individual policy of accident and health insurance or a managed care plan that is amended, delivered, issued, or renewed on or after January 1, 2027 shall provide coverage for one crib and one car seat for each postpartum individual covered under the policy. Provides that the postpartum individual must be covered by the insurance policy at the time of child birth and must submit a claim within 6 months after the birth. Provides that the insurer must either reimburse the postpartum individual for the purchase of an approved crib and car seat upon submission of a valid receipt or provide a car seat and crib to the postpartum individual that complies with all federal and State safety standards. Amends the State Employees Group Insurance Act of 1971, the Counties Code, the Illinois Municipal Code, the School Code, the Health Maintenance Organization Act, the Limited Health Service Organization Act, the Voluntary Health Services Plans Act, and the Illinois Public Aid Code to require coverage under those provisions.

Where it stands

Referred to Assignments

February 5, 2025

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Bill history

  1. Filed with Secretary by Sen. Christopher Belt

  2. First Reading

  3. Referred to Assignments

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