SB2838

INS-HEARING CARE PLAN

Final Passage·5/21/26

SB2838 regulates hearing care plans in Illinois, requiring organizations to register with the Department of Insurance and prohibiting them from.

SB2838 introduces regulations for hearing care plans in Illinois, effective January 1, 2027. It mandates that hearing care organizations register with the Department of Insurance, paying a fee of up to $500. These organizations must also submit a corporate charter or articles of incorporation. The bill prohibits hearing care organizations from requiring professionals to provide non-covered services at plan-set fees. If a professional declines to accept the plan's fee for non-covered services, they must clearly disclose this and provide an estimated cost.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · May 21
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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6
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 5

2:00 PM

House Insurance Committee Hearing

Mar 10

5:00 PM

Senate Insurance Committee Hearing

History

Jun 18

Senate

Sent to the Governor

May 30

Senate

Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Cristina Castro

May 22

House

Added Alternate Co-Sponsor Rep. Dagmara Avelar