Revision: April 16, 2026, 9:20 a.m.
Rep. Hunt, Ches. 14
April 13, 2026
2026-1484h
05/09
Amendment to SB 548-FN
Amend RSA 420-J:8, XI as inserted by section 2 of the bill by inserting after paragraph (c) the following new subparagraph:
(d) The commissioner may adopt rules under RSA 541-A to further specify the content of and process for providing notice to consumers when a contract is terminated.
Amend the bill by replacing all after section 2 with the following:
3 Effective Date. This act shall take effect 60 days after its passage.
2026-1484h
AMENDED ANALYSIS
This bill allows the insurance commissioner to hold an informational public hearing when a health carrier ends a provider contract affecting 1,000 or more patients, requires continued access to the provider for a limited period; requires written notice of the contract termination; and authorizes the insurance department to adopt rules regarding notice of termination of provider contracts.