HB338 Health Carrier Coverage of Immunizations and Preventive Services Act
Summary
Delaware Governor signed HB338 on April 9, 2026. The bill amends Title 18 of the Delaware Code to require health carriers to provide coverage for immunizations and preventive services. This legislation affects health insurance providers operating in Delaware.
What changed
Delaware HB338 was signed into law on April 9, 2026, amending Title 18 of the Delaware Code to mandate that health carriers provide coverage for immunizations and preventive services. The bill, sponsored by multiple Delaware legislators, creates new coverage obligations for health insurers operating in the state.
Health insurers and carriers conducting business in Delaware must ensure their policies provide coverage for immunizations and preventive services as required under this new legislation. Healthcare providers should be aware that patients may have enhanced coverage for immunization services under this bill. Compliance review of existing coverage policies is recommended.
What to do next
- Health carriers should review current immunization coverage policies for compliance with HB338
- Healthcare providers should verify insurance coverage aligns with new Delaware immunization requirements
- Monitor for implementing regulations or guidance from Delaware insurance regulators
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ChangeBridge / Delaware / HB338 Signed by Governor HB338 House Bill Signed by Governor 2026-04-09
An Act To Amend Title 18 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Health Carrier Coverage Of Immunizations And Preventive Services.
Bill Details
State Delaware
Session 153rd General Assembly
Chamber House
Committee Economic Development/Banking/Insurance & Commerce
Official Source legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail?LegislationI...
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Sponsors
Mara Gorman (Rep - D) Kamela Smith (Rep - D) Daniel Cruce (Sen - D) Edward Osienski (Rep - D) Alonna Berry (Rep - D) Frank Burns (Rep - D) Eric Morrison (Rep - D) Kendra Johnson (Rep - D) David Sokola (Sen - D) Stephanie Hansen (Sen - D) Russ Huxtable (Sen - D) Raymond Seigfried (Sen - D) Marie Pinkney (Sen - D)
Action History
2026-04-09 H Introduced and Assigned to Economic Development/Banking/Insurance & Commerce Committee in House
Committee Referrals
2026-04-09 H Economic Development/Banking/Insurance & Commerce
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