SB3318sam001 103RD GENERAL ASSEMBLY

Sen. Laura M. Murphy

Filed: 2/29/2024

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AMENDMENT TO SENATE BILL 3318

AMENDMENT NO. ______. Amend Senate Bill 3318 by replacing everything after the enacting clause with the following:

"Section 5. The State Employees Group Insurance Act of 1971 is amended by adding Section 6.11D as follows:

(5 ILCS 375/6.11D new)

Sec. 6.11D. Coverage for treatments to slow the progression of Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias. Beginning on July 1, 2025, the State Employees Group Insurance Program shall provide coverage for all medically necessary FDA-approved treatments or medications prescribed to slow the progression of Alzheimer's Disease or another related dementia, as determined by a physician licensed to practice medicine in all its branches. Coverage for all FDA-approved treatments or medications prescribed to slow the progression of Alzheimer's Disease or another related dementia shall not be subject to step therapy. Any diagnostic testing necessary for a physician to determine appropriate use of these treatments or medications shall be covered by the State Employees Group Insurance Program.".