A bill for an act relating to insurance coverage for health care services provided pursuant to a referral by an out-of-network primary care provider.(See HF 2434.)

Iowa House Study Bill 506 (HSB506) was introduced on January 12, 2026, by the House Health and Human Services Committee. The bill aimed to address insurance coverage for health care services provided following a referral from an out-of-network primary care provider. On February 12, 2026, the bill was approved by the committee and renumbered as House File 2434 (HF2434). HF2434 was signed into law by the Governor on April 16, 2026, with an effective date of July 1, 2026. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/IA/bill/HSB506/2025?utm_source=openai))

Positive media analysis is being generated.

No negative media coverage or significant opposition to HSB506 has been identified. The bill's passage without dissent indicates a lack of substantial controversy or criticism regarding its provisions.