TX HB616

Requires health benefit plans to cover FDA-approved at-home testing kits for coronavirus, influenza, or combination coronavirus/influenza tests

Mandates coverage for at-home testing kits approved by the FDA for emergency use for any disease

Plans must provide coverage for at least four at-home testing kits per enrollee per month

Applies broadly to insurance companies, HMOs, state employee plans, teacher retirement plans, Medicaid, CHIP, and small employer health plans

Takes effect September 1, 2025, applying to health benefit plans delivered, issued, or renewed on or after January 1, 2026