To require the coverage of testing for certain sexually transmitted...
To require the coverage of testing for certain sexually transmitted infections without the imposition of cost sharing, and for other purposes.
This bill aims to mandate that health insurance plans cover testing for specific sexually transmitted infections (STIs) without charging patients any additional fees. This means people would not have to pay out-of-pocket costs for these tests. The bill was introduced on July 23, 2026, and it has been referred to several committees for further review.
The bill would primarily affect individuals with health insurance by ensuring they can get tested for certain STIs without extra costs. This could encourage more people to get tested and treated, potentially reducing the spread of these infections. The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, having just been introduced and referred to the appropriate committees.
As of now, the bill has been introduced and referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and additional committees on Ways and Means, Veterans' Affairs, Armed Services, and Natural Resources. The next steps will involve these committees reviewing the bill and potentially holding hearings to gather more information and feedback.
