In Committee
2026 Regular Session
SB96
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Create a new section of KRS Chapter 216B to require each hospital licensed by the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to establish policies and procedures to improve care for sickle cell disease patients, develop programs to prevent and address addiction risks for sickle cell disease patients, and provide patients with education and resources by January 1, 2027.
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Introduced: January 8, 2026
Last action: January 8, 2026
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Legislative History
Jan 8, 2026 · Senate
Introduced In Senate
Jan 8, 2026 · Senate
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Primary Sponsor
Gerald.Neal@kylegislature.gov
Co-sponsors (4)
Reginald.Thomas@kylegislature.gov
Cassie.Armstrong@kylegislature.gov
Karen.Berg@kylegislature.gov
gary.clemons@kylegislature.gov
