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Connecticut Senate Passes Bipartisan Bill for Affordable Insurance

5/23/2025

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Connecticut Senate approved a bipartisan bill, 31 to 5, enhancing insurance affordability and transparency.
The bill grants the insurance commissioner authority to limit rate hikes and ensure mental health coverage parity.
It responds to public concerns by addressing prior authorization practices and banning "step therapy" for specific conditions.
The legislation seeks to improve access to care and reinforce mental health regulations.

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Story summary

Connecticut Senate approved a bipartisan bill, 31 to 5, enhancing insurance affordability and transparency.
The bill grants the insurance commissioner authority to limit rate hikes and ensure mental health coverage parity.
It responds to public concerns by addressing prior authorization practices and banning "step therapy" for specific conditions.
The legislation seeks to improve access to care and reinforce mental health regulations.