Governor Ivey Signs Rural Health, EMS, SNAP Bills Into Law

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:04:10 +0000
Healthcare

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed five healthcare-related bills into law on April 15, 2026. HB605 provides limited antitrust immunity for rural healthcare provider collaboration. HB156 joins the Physician Assistant Licensure Compact as the 24th state. SB269 allows EMS reimbursement for on-site treatment without patient transport. HB116 expands EMS tuition reimbursement through six regional public health offices. A fifth bill restricts SNAP benefit purchases of sugary foods.