The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 1000, aims to amend chapter 700c of the general statutes to mandate that individual and group health insurance policies provide coverage for specific obesity treatments. This includes, but is not limited to, bariatric surgery. The bill seeks to address the growing need for comprehensive health insurance options that support individuals struggling with obesity by ensuring that necessary treatments are financially accessible.

The bill does not specify any deletions from current law but introduces new legal language that emphasizes the requirement for health insurance coverage for obesity treatments. This legislative change is intended to improve health outcomes for individuals affected by obesity by facilitating access to essential medical interventions.