Kentucky 2021 Regular Session Status: Introduced

BR 61 — AN ACT relating to mental health parity.

  1. 1
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 2021 Regular Session. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill promotes equal coverage for mental health and physical health services.

The bill ensures that insurance providers offer mental health services on par with physical health services. This change aims to improve access to mental health care for all individuals.

What this means for you
  • Workers: Workers will see improved mental health support through their employer-sponsored insurance plans.
  • Families: Families will have better access to mental health services for their loved ones.
  • Consumers: Consumers can expect fair treatment and coverage for mental health services when seeking care.

Bill Text

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0 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 138 not signed on

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Frequently asked questions

What is the current status of BR 61?
This bill died with 2021 Regular Session. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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