HB 709·OH·house
Require private insurers cover telehealth mental health services
In CommitteeFiled Feb 24, 2026
Sponsor: Karen Brownlee (D)
Latest Action
Refer to Committee
Feb 25, 2026
Summary
The bill mandates that private health plans cover video‑based mental health visits just like office visits. It bars insurers from charging higher copays, adding extra limits, or denying coverage solely because the service is remote. The goal is to improve access to mental health care.
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