Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
HB 972: Prohibit certain health plan issuer pharmacy restrictions
Introduced Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 972 is a bill introduced in the Ohio House on July 1, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Prohibit certain health plan issuer pharmacy restrictions. Primary sponsor: Kellie Deeter (Republican). Most recent recorded action (July 1, 2026): Introduced.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
To enact section 3902.78 of the Revised Code to prohibit a health plan issuer from imposing restrictions on pharmacy services that increase transparency and prescription drug access for patients.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kellie Deeter | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 54 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Introduced