Document dated Jun. 26, 2024, received from OH LEG Jul. 2, summarized on Jul. 5.
Bill Provisions
Certain rules not required to be included in State agency's inventory of regulatory restrictions including any rule re certification from multiState organization of 45 States.
Inputs numerous references to Section 119.05 of the Revised Code (OH LEG 119.05).
Defines a health benefit plan as a policy, contract entered into by insurer to provide, deliver for any costs of health care services, including a vision or dental benefit plan.
Defines plan sponsor as a person, other than a health plan issuer, who establishes, adopts, or maintains a health benefit plan that covers residents of this State.
Commercial insurance policy form unique in character and designed for a particular risk is exempt from filing, except superintendent may prescribe specific restrictions.
Insurer shall retain insurance policy form, rate exempt from filing and all supporting documentation, for not less than 3 years after effective date of the exempt policy form.
Upon request of superintendent during that period, insurer shall make such policy form, endorsement, or rate, and the supporting documentation available for inspection.
Legislative History
On Oct. 17, 2023, bill was introduced in Senate; on May 8, 2024, bill passed in Senate.
On May. 15, 2024, bill was introduced in House; on Jun. 26, 2024, bill passed House.
Effectiveness
OH LEG bills without effective dates specified in bill text become effective on the 91st day following the bill's filing with the Secretary of State for final enrollment.
Jul. 2024 OH LEG Governor Approval
On Jul. 24, 2024, OH LEG reported bill approval by governor, effective Oct. 24, 2024.
Document dated Jul. 24, 2024, was received on Jul. 29, 2024, due to a fixed feed.
Aug. 2024 OH LEG Effective Date
On Aug. 28, 2024, OH LEG reported effective Oct. 24, certain provisions Jan. 22, 2025.
