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S2455Introduced in the Senate

Mandates insurance coverage for scalp cooling treatments for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy to prevent hair loss during chemotherapy treatments.

EngrossedHouse Health & Human Services

Introduced by Matthew LaMountain, District 31

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INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES - Mandates insurance coverage for scalp cooling treatments for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy to prevent hair loss during chemotherapy treatments.

Where it stands

Referred to House Health & Human Services

June 5, 2026

How did lawmakers vote?

SenateStage: Passage · June 4, 2026

38

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0

No

0

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Bill history

  1. Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services

  2. Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/14/2026)

  3. Committee recommended measure be held for further study

  4. Scheduled for consideration (06/02/2026)

  5. Proposed Substitute

  6. Committee recommends passage of Sub A

  7. Placed on Senate Calendar (06/04/2026)

  8. Senate passed Sub A

  9. Referred to House Health & Human Services

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