INSURANCE/HEALTH: Requests the Department of Insurance to study and issue a report relative to the impact of health insurance coverage mandates on the cost of health insurance

HR 337 is a resolution (not a bill) requesting the Louisiana Department of Insurance to study how state-mandated health coverage requirements affect insurance costs and availability. It directs the Department to analyze mandates enacted since 2016, focusing on their impact on premiums, employer-sponsored plans (especially for small businesses), and overall insurance access in Louisiana. The resolution requires a written report with findings and recommendations to the House Insurance Committee by February 1, 2026. This study specifically addresses mandates requiring coverage for certain treatments, which the resolution notes may discourage small employers (33% offer coverage) from providing insurance. The resolution does not change existing laws but seeks data to inform future policy decisions.