Illinois will see the implementation of numerous new laws on New Year’s Day, with a significant focus on healthcare. The Healthcare Protection Act, among other legislations, aims to regulate health insurance policies, banning practices like step therapy and ensuring coverage for life-saving medications and treatments. Additional laws require insurance companies to cover various services such as mental health therapy for police officers, genetic cancer screening, and at-home pregnancy tests, enhancing the well-being of residents in the state.
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