S2852Introduced in the Senate
Allows patients to authorize providers to email medical notes or records, requires written consent acknowledging risks, and ensures compliance with HIPAA while expanding delivery options beyond fax or in-person pickup.
Introduced by Lammis Vargas, District 28
What does this bill do?
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Official description
BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS -- CONFIDENTIALITY OF HEALTHCARE COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION ACT - Allows patients to authorize providers to email medical notes or records, requires written consent acknowledging risks, and ensures compliance with HIPAA while expanding delivery options beyond fax or in-person pickup.
Where it stands
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
April 2, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Committee on Health & Human Services: Be held for further study · April 2, 2026
5
Yes
0
No
3
Absent or Not Voting
8 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
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See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Lori Urso | 8 | Yes |
| Linda Ujifusa | 11 | Yes |
| Brian Thompson | 20 | Yes |
| Gordon Rogers | 21 | Absent |
| Melissa Murray | 24 | Yes |
| Peter Appollonio | 29 | Absent |
| Pamela Lauria | 32 | Yes |
| Bridget Valverde | 35 | Absent |
Bill history
Introduced, referred to Senate Health and Human Services
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2026)
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
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