CHILDREN/SUPPORT: Directs insurers to conduct data matches and withhold certain insurance and settlement payments to satisfy child support obligations (OR INCREASE SG RV See Note)

HB 943 requires Louisiana insurers to verify if recipients of certain insurance payments owe child support before disbursing funds. Insurers must conduct data matches within five days of issuing qualifying payments exceeding $500 (such as workers' compensation, injury claims, or disability benefits) and withhold the owed amount if confirmed by child support authorities. The withheld funds must be remitted to the Department of Children and Family Services within 20 days. This applies to all insurers in Louisiana, including health, life, and auto insurers, directly affecting recipients with child support arrears and insurers handling eligible payments.