PROTEOMIC BLOOD TEST COVERAGE Senate SponsorsSen. Kimberly A. Lightford 2/17/2026SenateAssigned to Appropriations- Health and Human Services 305 ILCS 5/5-54 newAmends the Illinois Public Aid Code. Requires the medical assistance program to provide coverage and reimbursement for a prescribed proteomic blood test to identify and manage the risk of spontaneous preterm birth in pregnant persons. Provides that the test results shall be used to assign care management services and other appropriate interventions to manage risk, prolong pregnancy, and improve outcomes. 2/5/2026SenateFiled with Secretary by Sen. Kimberly A. Lightford 2/5/2026SenateFirst Reading 2/5/2026SenateReferred to Assignments 2/17/2026SenateAssigned to Appropriations- Health and Human Services 3/13/2026SenateRule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As April 24, 2026