Legislative Priorities

HB 307: Georgia Telehealth Act

Session 2021-22

HB 307 would authorize healthcare professionals to provide telemedicine services from home. HB 307 would also make it possible for patients to receive telemedicine services from home, work, or school without first requiring an in-person visit. HB 307 prohibits separate deductibles, allows the prescribing of medicine post-visit, and requires virtual visits to be as thorough and as consistent as an in-person visit. The Chamber has been supportive of voluntary investments and incentives to encourage the use of telemedicine, as well as technology advancements and infrastructure necessary to expand healthcare services.

Description Sponsors Bill Status Chamber Position

HB 307 would authorize healthcare professionals to provide telemedicine services from home. HB 307 would also make it possible for patients to receive telemedicine services from home, work, or school without first requiring an in-person visit. HB 307 prohibits separate deductibles, allows the prescribing of medicine post-visit, and requires virtual visits to be as thorough and as consistent as an in-person visit. The Chamber has been supportive of voluntary investments and incentives to encourage the use of telemedicine, as well as technology advancements and infrastructure necessary to expand healthcare services.



Effective Date
05/04/2021

Legislator Votes


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