The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 6146, aims to enhance the accessibility and affordability of healthcare in the state by implementing several key changes to current law. The bill seeks to increase Medicaid reimbursement rates, regulate medical debt, and regulate pharmacy benefits management practices. Additionally, it proposes to conduct a study of, and provide consumers access to, the impact of vertical integration in the health care system, limit the use of prior authorization practices, and regulate private equity acquisition of hospitals and medical care centers. The statement of purpose reiterates the bill's objectives, emphasizing the need for improved Medicaid reimbursement, regulation of medical debt and pharmacy benefits, and consumer access to information regarding vertical integration in healthcare. The bill reflects a comprehensive approach to addressing various aspects of healthcare regulation, aiming to create a more equitable and accessible healthcare system for residents of the state.