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TX HB2221

Bill

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Lacey Hull

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds new Chapter 1702 to the Texas Insurance Code establishing uniform standards for prohibited acts and practices in life insurance, annuity contracts, accident and health insurance, and health care plans

  • Authorizes insurers, HMOs, and agents to offer "loss-control or value-added products and services" at no or reduced cost to policyholders, including loss mitigation, health enhancement, financial wellness education, and behavioral change incentives, provided costs are reasonable relative to premiums

  • Permits noncash gifts, charitable donations, meals, and raffles in connection with marketing or sales if the cost is within commissioner-determined limits, offered non-discriminatorily, and not contingent on purchase

  • Prohibits premium rebates, offering insurance as inducement for other purchases, issuing stocks or securities as policy inducements, and using "free" or "no cost" language in advertisements

  • Requires disclosure and consent before using tracking devices for data collection as part of value-added services, and repeals existing Sections 541.056, 541.057, 541.058, 543.003, and 1201.013; takes effect September 1, 2025, applying to policies delivered or renewed on or after January 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Relating to certain trade practices related to life insurance, annuity contracts, and accident and health coverage.

Business & Commerce

Last Action

Effective on 9/1/25

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Business & Commerce5/5/2025
Insurance3/14/2025

Full Bill Text

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