S2561Introduced in the Senate
Limits prior authorization requirements for rehabilitative and habilitative services. Also prohibits prior authorization for the first twelve (12) visits of a new episode of care and for ninety (90) days following a chronic pain diagnosis.
Introduced by Tiara Mack, District 6
What does this bill do?
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Official description
INSURANCE -- ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE POLICIES -- REGULATE HEALTH INSURANCE PRIOR AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS FOR REHABILITATIVE AND HABILITATIVE SERVICES ACT - Limits prior authorization requirements for rehabilitative and habilitative services. Also prohibits prior authorization for the first twelve (12) visits of a new episode of care and for ninety (90) days following a chronic pain diagnosis.
Where it stands
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
May 5, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Committee on Health & Human Services: Be held for further study · May 5, 2026
8
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
8 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Lori Urso | 8 | Yes |
| Linda Ujifusa | 11 | Yes |
| Brian Thompson | 20 | Yes |
| Gordon Rogers | 21 | Yes |
| Melissa Murray | 24 | Yes |
| Peter Appollonio | 29 | Yes |
| Pamela Lauria | 32 | Yes |
| Bridget Valverde | 35 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/05/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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