Relates to add-on payment for pediatric practices that implement the HealthySteps model
This bill creates a special payment for pediatric practices that use the HealthySteps model, which supports families with young children. It requires the state health commissioner to establish an add-on payment rate to help cover costs for services like developmental screenings, behavioral health support, and prevention programs for children from birth to age six. Eligible practices must meet specific HealthySteps quality standards. The payment would be added to existing reimbursements for federally qualified health centers and rural clinics, without affecting other payment calculations. The policy takes effect April 1, 2026.
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced May 9, 2025
Last action May 11, 2026
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MINOR
The bill was amended to add two new sponsors, BROUK and JACKSON, reflecting expanded legislative support. The effective date of the law was delayed from April 1, 2026, to April 1, 2027, likely to allow more time for healthcare providers to prepare for the new payment rules.
Scope change
The scope of the bill remains focused on pediatric practices implementing the HealthySteps model, but the timeline for implementation has been extended.
TIMELINE
The effective date for the new payment add-on was changed from April 1, 2026, to April 1, 2027, giving providers an additional year to prepare.
TECHNICAL
Two new sponsors, Senators BROUK and JACKSON, were added to the list of bill authors.
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May 11, 2026
Upper · Passed
PRINT NUMBER 7833B
upper
May 11, 2026
Upper · Passed
AMEND AND RECOMMIT TO HEALTH
upper
Jan 8, 2026
Upper · Passed
PRINT NUMBER 7833A
upper
Jan 8, 2026
Upper · Passed
AMEND (T) AND RECOMMIT TO HEALTH
upper
Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO HEALTH
upper
May 9, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO HEALTH
upper
1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
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