SB56

AN ACT relating to utilization controls for nonopioid analgesics in the Medicaid program.

Chamber Passed·3/2/26

Kentucky SB56 establishes utilization controls for nonopioid analgesics in the Medicaid program.

Kentucky SB56 mandates that the Department for Medicaid Services, managed care organizations, and the state pharmacy benefit manager cannot deny federal authorization or approval to implement the Act's provisions. It requires these entities to request necessary federal authorizations to prevent the loss of federal funds or comply with federal law. The Act also allows for more restrictive utilization controls for nonopioid drugs if a state plan amendment, waiver, or other federal authorization is necessary.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 79–0 · Mar 2
Current
Rules Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

82 Yea

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9 Nay

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9 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 19

12:00 PM

House Committee On Health Services

Feb 11

8:00 AM

Senate Committee On Health Services

History

Apr 15

House

3rd reading, passed 82-9 with Floor Amendment (1) and Floor Amendment (2-title)

Apr 15

Senate

received in Senate

Apr 15

Senate

to Rules (S)