Safe Step Act
To amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to require a group health plan or health insurance coverage offered in connection with such a plan to provide an exceptions process for any medication step therapy protocol, and for other purposes.
The Safe Step Act, introduced as HB5509, aims to change how group health plans and health insurance work. It wants these plans to include a special process for people who need exceptions to certain medication rules called step therapy protocols. This would help patients who might need a different medication due to personal health reasons. The bill has been introduced and referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce for further review.
This bill would mainly affect people who are enrolled in group health plans and use these medications. If passed, it could make it easier for those who need special exceptions to get the right treatment without unnecessary hurdles. Currently, the bill is in its early stages, having been introduced and referred to the relevant committee. Further action will depend on the committee’s review and recommendations.
Key actions so far include the introduction of the bill on September 19, 2025, and its referral to the House Committee on Education and Workforce on the same day. No further action has been taken as of the last status update.
