Senate Bill 278 Alabama 2026 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Bobby D. SingletonSenator

Democrat

Session

2026 Regular Session

Title

Influenza vaccination; to require private health insurance and the Alabama Medicaid program to pay or reimburse for influenza shots

Description

This bill would require both private health benefit plans and Medicaid to pay for influenza vaccinations that are administered by a licensed health care provider.

This bill would also recognize that the required vaccination coverage does not affect the right of individuals, parents, or legal guardians to make the decision concerning whether to accept or decline a vaccination.

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Subjects

Insurance