AN ACT relating to coverage for hearing aids and related services.
Passed on 4/3/26
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From the Legislature
Amend KRS 304.17A-132 to modify the definition of "hearing aid"; increase the coverage amount for hearing aids from $1,400 to $2,500; establish network adequacy requirements relating to the provision of hearing aids and related services that are required to be covered; amend KRS 18A.225 to increase the cap on hearing aids and hearing aid-related services under the state employee health plan from $1,400 to $2,500; direct that the Act applies to health benefit plans issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2027; EFFECTIVE January 1, 2027.
Sponsors
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2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus
Roll Call Votes
38 Yea
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Calendar
Jan 14
12:00 PM
House Committee On Banking And Insurance
Jan 28
12:00 PM
House Committee On Banking And Insurance
Mar 17
11:00 AM
Senate Committee On Banking And Insurance