SB 609 (2026): relative to improving screening for and treatment of blood clots, or venous thromboembolism, and establishing a statewide venous thromboembolism registry.
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SB 609 (2026)
relative to improving screening for and treatment of blood clots, or venous thromboembolism, and establishing a statewide venous thromboembolism registry.
- Status: Referred for interim study
- Term: 2025-2026
- Senate committee: Health and Human Services
- Subject: Public and Mental Health
The Story
It was introduced on January 7, 2026 and referred to the Senate Health and Human Services committee. The committee held a public hearing on February 11, 2026. 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 5, 2026 the Senate adopted “Refer to Interim Study” on a voice vote.
Sponsors
- Sen. Sharon Carson (R - SD14) (prime sponsor)
- Rep. David Lundgren (R - Rock 16)
- Rep. Wayne MacDonald (R - Rock 16)
- Sen. David Rochefort (R - SD1)
- Sen. Ruth Ward (R - SD8)
Hearings and Sessions
- February 11, 2026, 9:00 AM: hearing, Senate Health and Human Services, SH 100
- March 5, 2026: consent calendar, Senate
Votes
- March 5, 2026, Senate: Refer to Interim Study — voice vote, passed
The Docket
- January 7, 2026: Introduced 01/07/2026 and Referred to Health and Human Services
- February 11, 2026: Hearing: 02/11/2026, Room 100, SH, 09:00 am
- March 5, 2026: Committee Report: Referred to Interim Study, 03/05/2026; Vote 5-0; CC
- March 5, 2026: Refer to Interim Study, MA, VV; 03/05/2026