SB 434 (2016): relative to prior authorizations for prescription medicine.

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SB 434 (2016)

relative to prior authorizations for prescription medicine.

  • Status: Referred for interim study
  • Term: 2015-2016
  • Senate committee: Commerce
  • Subject: Insurance

The Story

It was introduced on January 6, 2016 and referred to the Senate Commerce committee. The committee held a public hearing on January 19, 2016. The committee voted unanimously, 5–0, to recommend that the Senate study it after the session ends, and the report was placed on the consent calendar. On March 3, 2016 the Senate adopted “Refer to Interim Study” on a voice vote.

Sponsors

Hearings and Sessions

  • January 19, 2016, 1:00 PM: hearing, Senate Commerce, SH 100

Votes

  • March 3, 2016, Senate: Refer to Interim Study — voice vote, passed

The Docket

  • January 6, 2016: To Be Introduced 01/06/2016 and Referred to Commerce
  • January 19, 2016: Hearing: 01/19/2016, Room 100, SH, 01:00 pm; SC2
  • March 3, 2016: Committee Report: Referred to Interim Study, 03/03/2016; Vote 5-0; CC; SC7
  • March 3, 2016: Refer to Interim Study, MA, VV; 03/03/2016

Laws It Would Change

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