Pennsylvania 2023-2024 Regular Session

Pennsylvania House Bill HB2219

Introduced
4/16/24  

Caption

In regulation of insurers and related persons generally, repealing provisions relating to compliance with Federal health care legislation.

Impact

If enacted, HB 2219 would fundamentally alter how abortion coverage is managed in health insurance plans offered in Pennsylvania. Specifically, it would prohibit certain abortion-related expenses from being covered under qualified health plans unless they meet established criteria regarding public funding. This could create a more restrictive environment for individuals seeking comprehensive reproductive health care options, impacting a significant portion of the population that relies on such insurance plans for their health needs.

Summary

House Bill 2219 seeks to amend Title 40 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes by repealing provisions related to compliance with federal healthcare legislation. This move is significant as it reflects Pennsylvania's efforts to adjust its healthcare regulations in response to federal guidelines, particularly concerning abortion coverage. The bill aims to establish new restrictions on abortion coverage within qualified health plans available through a state-controlled health insurance exchange.

Sentiment

Discussions surrounding HB 2219 have been characterized by stark divisions. Proponents of the bill argue that its passage is a necessary step to ensure that taxpayers are not funding abortions through public health insurance exchanges. Conversely, opponents criticize the bill as an overreach that would limit access to necessary healthcare services, particularly for women, thus igniting passionate debates on reproductive rights and healthcare accessibility in Pennsylvania.

Contention

The contention around HB 2219 primarily revolves around the implications of limiting abortion coverage in health insurance plans. Advocacy groups and various stakeholders have raised concerns that restricting access to abortion services could lead to significant health repercussions for women, particularly those facing complications or emergencies. Additionally, the debate highlights broader societal issues regarding women's rights and healthcare autonomy, drawing attention to the political and ethical dimensions of reproductive health legislation.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

PA HB917

In regulation of insurers and related persons generally, repealing provisions relating to compliance with Federal health care legislation.

PA HB26

In provisions relating to abortion, repealing provisions relating to short title of chapter and to legislative intent, further providing for definitions, repealing provisions relating to medical consultation and judgment, to informed consent, to parental consent, to abortion facilities, to printed information, to Commonwealth interference prohibited, to spousal notice, to determination of gestational age, to abortion on unborn child of 24 or more weeks gestational age, to infanticide, to prohibited acts and to reporting, further providing for publicly owned facilities, public officials and public funds and for fetal experimentation and repealing provisions relating to civil penalties, to criminal penalties, to State Board of Medicine and State Board of Osteopathic Medicine and to construction; providing for reproductive rights; repealing provisions relating to compliance with Federal health care legislation as to regulation of insurers and related persons generally; and imposing penalties.

PA SB837

In provisions relating to abortion, repealing provisions relating to short title of chapter and to legislative intent, further providing for definitions, repealing provisions relating to medical consultation and judgment, to informed consent, to parental consent, to abortion facilities, to printed information, to Commonwealth interference prohibited, to spousal notice, to determination of gestational age, to abortion on unborn child of 24 or more weeks gestational age, to infanticide, to prohibited acts and to reporting, further providing for publicly owned facilities, public officials and public funds and for fetal experimentation and repealing provisions relating to civil penalties, to criminal penalties, to State Board of Medicine and State Board of Osteopathic Medicine and to construction; providing for reproductive rights; repealing provisions relating to compliance with Federal health care legislation as to regulation of insurers and related persons generally; imposing penalties; and making an editorial change.

PA HB2304

In provisions relating to abortion, repealing provisions relating to short title of chapter and to legislative intent, further providing for definitions, repealing provisions relating to medical consultation and judgment, to informed consent, to parental consent, to abortion facilities, to printed information, to Commonwealth interference prohibited, to spousal notice, to determination of gestational age, to abortion on unborn child of 24 or more weeks gestational age, to infanticide, to prohibited acts and to reporting, further providing for publicly owned facilities, public officials and public funds and for fetal experimentation and repealing provisions relating to civil penalties, to criminal penalties, to State Board of Medicine and State Board of Osteopathic Medicine and to construction; providing for reproductive rights; repealing provisions relating to compliance with Federal health care legislation as to regulation of insurers and related persons generally; imposing penalties; and making an editorial change.

PA SB739

In regulation of insurers and related persons generally, providing for telemedicine.

PA HB1512

In regulation of insurers and related persons generally, providing for telemedicine.

PA SB504

In regulation of insurers and related persons generally, providing for association health plans.

PA SB608

In regulation of insurers and related persons generally, providing for association health plans.

PA HB545

In regulation of insurers and related persons generally, providing for group market provisions; and imposing penalties.

PA HB690

In regulation of insurers and related persons generally, providing for group market provisions; and imposing penalties.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.