Relating to modification of certain prescription drug benefits and coverage offered by certain health benefit plans.
This bill (SB 959) sets rules for how health insurance companies in Texas can change prescription drug coverage under certain plans. It requires insurers to provide 60 days' written notice to the state, plan sponsors, and enrollees before modifying drug benefits, and limits changes to renewal periods with uniform application across similar plans. The bill specifically applies to most standard health benefit plans but excludes Medicare supplements, workers' compensation, dental/vision coverage, and self-funded ERISA plans. It aims to create clearer transparency for consumers about potential changes to their prescription drug coverage.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 28, 2025
Last action Feb 13, 2025
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Feb 13, 2025
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Referred to Health & Human Services
upper
Feb 13, 2025
Introduced
Read first time
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Charles Perry
RRepublican
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