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LA HB774

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2026

Primary Sponsor

Chad Boyer

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands mandatory hearing aid insurance coverage from children under age 18 to individuals age 26 and under
  • Amends R.S. 22:1038(C)(1), Louisiana's existing hearing aid coverage statute
  • Coverage requires hearing aids be fitted and dispensed by a licensed audiologist or licensed hearing aid specialist
  • Medical clearance from a licensed physician and an age-appropriate audiological evaluation remain required for coverage
  • Sponsored by Representative Boyer for the 2026 Regular Session

Legislative Description

Provides relative to insurance coverage for hearing aids

INSURANCE/HEALTH

Last Action

Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Insurance.

3/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Insurance2/27/2026

Full Bill Text

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