HB 113 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to peer-to-peer car sharing programs.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 131 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bernal, Diego | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a Medicaid buy-in program for certain low-income individuals through the expansion of Medicaid under the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICAID
HB 154 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to establishing a program designed to ensure health benefit plan coverage to certain children through the private marketplace.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--Children's Insurance|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF
HB 429 87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Ken
Relating to the coverage of damage from tornadoes and wildfires by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 573 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to the operation of health care sharing ministries; authorizing a fee; providing a civil penalty.
House: Insurance
Postponed
ATTORNEY GENERAL|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Religion
HB 922 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to a "Texas Way" to reforming and addressing issues related to the Medicaid program, including the creation of an alternative program designed to ensure health benefit plan coverage to certain low-income individuals through the private marketplace.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MANAGED CARE|MEDICAID
HB 1093 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of pharmacy benefit managers and health benefit plan issuers in relation to prescription drug coverage.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS
HB 1450 87-0 (2021)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to policyholder approval for certain windstorm and hail insurance rate changes.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE
HB 1529 87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to availability of and benefits provided under health benefit plan coverage.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 1541 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Julie
Relating to availability of and benefits provided under health benefit plan coverage.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 1689 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to credit for reinsurance governed by certain covered agreements and ceded to certain assuming insurers.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 1/1/22
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1777 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, TomSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to disclosures and standards required for certain annuity transactions and benefits under certain annuity contracts.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Life & Annuities|STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 1907 87-0 (2021)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the establishment of a statewide all payor claims database to increase public transparency of health care data and improve quality of health care in this state.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Electronic Information Systems|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|Health--Privacy/Use of Information|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|INTERNET|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON
HB 1995 87-0 (2021)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to examination of pharmacy benefit managers by the commissioner of insurance; authorizing an assessment.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS
HB 2026 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
Relating to operating requirements for farm mutual insurance companies related to insurance in force on rural property.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|RURAL
HB 2090 87-0 (2021)
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the establishment of a statewide all payor claims database and health care cost disclosures by health benefit plan issuers and third-party administrators.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
Consumer Protection|Electronic Information Systems|Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|INTERNET|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON
HB 2142 87-0 (2021)
Author: Vo, Hubert
Relating to preauthorization requirements and examinations of certain health benefit plan issuers.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
HB 2267 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paul, DennisSponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the sale and purchase of retail fireworks permits from an Internet website.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
Amusements, Games, Sports|Electronic Information Systems|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INTERNET|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Safety|Safety--Fireworks
HB 2547 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the regulation of commercial property and casualty insurance and insurance for certain large risks.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2595 87-0 (2021)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to a parity complaint portal and educational materials and parity law training regarding benefits for mental health conditions and substance use disorders to be made available through the portal and otherwise; designating October as mental health condition and substance use disorder parity awareness month.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
Alcoholism & Drug Abuse|Electronic Information Systems|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Holidays|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|MENTAL HEALTH CONDITION & SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER PARITY AWARENESS MONTH
HB 2761 87-0 (2021)
Author: Israel, Celia
Relating to disclosure requirements for accident and health coverage and health expense arrangements marketed to individuals.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
ATTORNEY GENERAL|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Reform|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS
HB 2920 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lozano, J. M.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to a grace period for payment of premiums on insurance policies renewed by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 2929 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to conduct of insurers providing preferred provider benefit plans with respect to physician and health care provider contracts and claims.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 3045 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hull, LaceySponsor: Paxton, Angela
Relating to financial regulation of certain life, health, and accident insurers and health maintenance organizations.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Not again placed on intent calendar
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 3235 87-0 (2021)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the investigation by the commissioner of insurance of acts of health care fraud and the prosecution of health care fraud; creating a criminal offense.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Crimes--Miscellaneous|FRAUD|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3250 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to coverage of additional living expenses under a residential property insurance policy.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 3752 87-0 (2021)
Author: Frank, James B. | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the offering of health benefit coverage by subsidiaries of the Texas Mutual Insurance Company.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|Labor--Workers' Compensation|TEXAS MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
HB 3769 87-0 (2021)
Author: Smithee, JohnSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to required disclosures for certain occupational insurance policies.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 3809 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the setting of premium rates for Texas Windstorm Insurance Association policies by the commissioner of insurance.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 3851 87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to the creation of a health insurance risk pool for certain health benefit plan enrollees; authorizing an assessment.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, STATE BOARD OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3947 87-0 (2021)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio | et. al.
Relating to health care cost transparency by health benefit plan issuers.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3964 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hull, Lacey
Relating to construction of certain laws prohibiting discrimination, distinctions, inducements, rebates, and certain other conduct related to property and casualty insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Business & Commerce--Trade Practices|DISCRIMINATION|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 4143 87-0 (2021)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage in this state.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Health Care Providers|Human Services--Child Services|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICAID|Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4190 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bell, Keith
Relating to registration and annual filing requirements for governmental units establishing a self-insurance fund.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Political Subdivisions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 4203 87-0 (2021)
Author: Israel, Celia
Relating to insurance adjuster license application procedures prescribed by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners.
House: Insurance
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
INSURANCE ADJUSTERS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 4313 87-0 (2021)
Author: Vo, Hubert
Relating to the enforcement of insurance laws, including laws governing the unauthorized business of insurance; authorizing administrative penalties.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 4469 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to the provision of workers' compensation insurance and group accident and health insurance together in a packaged plan.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 4518 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the pledge or encumbrance of an insurer's assets under the Asset Protection Act.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 120 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the creation of a health insurance risk pool for certain health benefit plan enrollees; authorizing an assessment.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HEALTH INSURANCE RISK POOL, TEXAS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 376 87-0 (2021)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to registration and annual filing requirements for governmental units establishing a self-insurance fund.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Political Subdivisions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 459 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to availability of and benefits provided under health benefit plan coverage.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 679 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of pharmacy benefit managers and health benefit plan issuers in relation to prescription drug coverage.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS
SB 745 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the creation of a health insurance risk pool for certain health benefit plan enrollees; authorizing an assessment.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, STATE BOARD OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1135 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a statewide all payor claims database to store publicly accessible information.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
Electronic Information Systems|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|Health--Privacy/Use of Information|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|INTERNET|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON
SB 1271 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the operation of health care sharing ministries; authorizing a fee; providing an administrative penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Religion
SB 1296 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, NathanSponsor: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the authority of the commissioner of insurance to review rates and rate changes for certain health benefit plans.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1330 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to examination of pharmacy benefit managers by the commissioner of insurance; authorizing an assessment.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS
SB 1367 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the regulation of commercial property and casualty insurance and insurance for certain large risks.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
Business & Commerce--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 1748 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to operating requirements for farm mutual insurance companies related to insurance in force on rural property.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|RURAL
SB 1751 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to improvements to access to health care in this state, including increased access to and scope of coverage under health benefit plans and Medicaid, and to improvements in health outcomes; authorizing an assessment; imposing penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Aging|Aliens|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health Care Providers|HEALTH INSURANCE RISK POOL|Health--Children's Insurance|Health--General|Human Services--General|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MANAGED CARE|MEDICAID|Open Meetings|Open Records|PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH|PROMOTORAS|STATEWIDE HEALTH COORDINATING COUNCIL|Women
SB 1755 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to license application procedures prescribed by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners for certain insurance adjusters.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE ADJUSTERS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1777 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to credit for reinsurance governed by certain covered agreements and ceded to certain assuming insurers.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1807 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the creation of the Texas Health Insurance Exchange and an exchange reinsurance program.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
AUDITS & AUDITORS|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HEALTH INSURANCE EXCHANGE AUTHORITY, TEXAS|Health--Children's Insurance|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1809 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Vo, Hubert
Relating to the enforcement of insurance laws, including laws governing the unauthorized business of insurance; authorizing administrative penalties.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
ATTORNEY GENERAL|Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1954 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the pledge or encumbrance of an insurer's assets under the Asset Protection Act.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 2047 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to disclosure requirements for accident and health coverage and health expense arrangements marketed to individuals.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
ATTORNEY GENERAL|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Reform|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS
SB 2071 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to consumer protections for accident and health insurance that excludes coverage for preexisting conditions.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Consumer Protection|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 69 87-1 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to a "Texas Way" to reforming and addressing issues related to the Medicaid program, including the creation of an alternative program designed to ensure health benefit plan coverage to certain low-income individuals through the private marketplace.
Filed
ADMINISTRATION OF FEDERAL FUNDS, BOARD OF|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|LONG-TERM CARE|MANAGED CARE|MEDICAID
HB 51 87-2 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to a "Texas Way" to reforming and addressing issues related to the Medicaid program, including the creation of an alternative program designed to ensure health benefit plan coverage to certain low-income individuals through the private marketplace.
Filed
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|LONG-TERM CARE|MANAGED CARE|MEDICAID
HB 100 87-3 (2021)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the setting of premium rates for Texas Windstorm Insurance Association policies by the commissioner of insurance.
Filed
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 207 86-0 (2019)
Author: Craddick, TomSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to certain disclosures and notices required for certain life insurance policies.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life & Annuities
HB 565 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to healthcare coverage in this state.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MANAGED CARE|MEDICAID
HB 1156 86-0 (2019)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to the provision and use of health coverage information to educate consumers purchasing individual health benefit coverage.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1251 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to fraternal benefit societies in a hazardous financial condition.
House: Insurance Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/19
FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
HB 1395 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to a "Texas Way" to reforming and addressing issues related to the Medicaid program, including the creation of an alternative program designed to ensure health benefit plan coverage to certain low-income individuals through the private marketplace.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
ALTERNATIVE HEALTH CARE|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICAID
HB 1510 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the operations and functions of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and the sunset review date for and programs administered by the association; authorizing a fee.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Property & Casualty|INTERNET|Sunset—Required Reviews|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 1614 86-0 (2019)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the operation of the Texas Title Insurance Guaranty Association.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
Courts--District|ESCROW|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|RECORDS MANAGEMENT|SUBPOENAS|TITLE INSURANCE GUARANTY ASSOCIATION, TEXAS|TRAVIS COUNTY
HB 1648 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to arbitration related to certain risks under certain insurance policies and contracts.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION
HB 1718 86-0 (2019)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to participation in the health care market by managed care plan enrollees.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MANAGED CARE
HB 1756 86-0 (2019)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the practice of dentistry and the provision of teledentistry dental services.
House: Public Health
Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
DENTAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF|DENTAL SERVICES|DENTISTS & DENTISTRY|Health--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF
HB 1783 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to premium and maintenance tax credits related to certain fees paid under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1864 86-0 (2019)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the Texas Life and Health Insurance Guaranty Association.
House: Insurance
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Life & Annuities|LIFE & HEALTH INSURANCE GUARANTY ASSOCIATION, TX|LONG-TERM CARE
HB 1880 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to health benefit plan provider networks; providing an administrative penalty; authorizing an assessment.
House: Insurance
Received from the House
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1897 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to dispute resolution for certain claims arising under insurance policies issued by the Fair Access to Insurance Requirements (FAIR) Plan Association; authorizing fees.
House: Insurance
Returned to committee
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Reform|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION|TEXAS FAIR PLAN ASSOCIATION
HB 1900 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bonnen, GregSponsor: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to certain operations and functions of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and studies relating to the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and the Fair Access to Insurance Requirements Plan; authorizing a penalty; authorizing an assessment.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS|WINDSTORM INSURANCE LEGISLATIVE FUNDING & FUNDING STRUCTURE OVERSIGHT BOARD
HB 1902 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bonnen, GregSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to maximum liability limits for windstorm and hail insurance coverage provided through the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 1944 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to extension of deadlines for claims and related settlement and dispute resolution under the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association Act.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 1982 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paul, Dennis
Relating to the operation of the Texas Property and Casualty Insurance Guaranty Association.
House: Insurance
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE GUARANTY ASSN., TEXAS
HB 2102 86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, GiovanniSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the payment of insurance deductibles related to property insurance policies; creating a criminal offense.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
Business & Commerce--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2231 86-0 (2019)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to the practices and operation of pharmacy benefit managers; providing administrative penalties.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION|PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS
HB 2507 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the regulation of short-term limited-duration insurance policies providing health insurance coverage.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
ADVERTISING|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2587 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, EddieSponsor: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the business of travel insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|TRAVEL
HB 2816 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, EddieSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to compensation and leave for certain employees of the fraud unit of the Texas Department of Insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Law Enforcement|PEACE OFFICERS|Salaries & Expenses
HB 2962 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lambert, Stan
Relating to departures from network adequacy standards by a preferred provider benefit plan.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 2967 86-0 (2019)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to prohibited balance billing and an independent dispute resolution program for out-of-network coverage under certain managed care plans; authorizing a fee.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Electronic Information Systems|Health Care Providers|Health--Children's Insurance|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MANAGED CARE|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION|MEDICAID|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS
HB 3074 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Ken
Relating to the coverage of damage from tornadoes and wildfires by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 3076 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Ken
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Tornado and Wildfire Insurance Association; authorizing fees.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Governor|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|TEXAS TORNADO & WILDFIRE INSURANCE ASSOCIATION ACT|TORNADO & WILDFIRE INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 3103 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to standardization of insurance and health maintenance organization disclosures.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
HB 3156 86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Relating to the regulation of reroofing contractors; providing administrative and civil penalties; authorizing fees; creating a criminal offense; requiring an occupational registration.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
Electronic Information Systems|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|REROOFING CONTRACTOR ADVISORY BOARD|REROOFING CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION ACT|ROOFING CONTRACTORS
HB 3228 86-0 (2019)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to certain hearings concerning title insurance rates and other matters relating to regulating the business of title insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 3306 86-0 (2019)
Author: Smithee, JohnSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the disclosure of information concerning the corporate governance structure of certain insurers and related entities; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 3334 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paul, Dennis
Relating to satisfaction of continuing education requirements for certain insurance adjusters.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
CONTINUING EDUCATION|INSURANCE ADJUSTERS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 3484 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to conduct of insurers providing preferred provider benefit plans with respect to physician and health care provider contracts and claims.
House: Insurance
Withdrawn from schedule
AUDITS & AUDITORS|Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3632 86-0 (2019)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to policyholder approval for certain windstorm and hail insurance rate changes.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE
HB 3737 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, EddieSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the administration of the financial responsibility verification program.
House: Insurance Senate: Transportation
Left pending in committee
Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
HB 3911 86-0 (2019)
Author: Vo, HubertSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the examination by the commissioner of insurance of certain insurers' network quality and adequacy.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 3996 86-0 (2019)
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.
Relating to liability of certain political subdivisions in certain workers' compensation actions.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
CANCER|Fire Fighters & Police--General|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|Political Subdivisions
HB 4185 86-0 (2019)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to examination of pharmacy benefit managers by the commissioner of insurance.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS
HB 4278 86-0 (2019)
Author: Vo, Hubert
Relating to regulation of persons holding a certificate of self-insurance for establishment of financial responsibility for operating a motor vehicle.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
HB 4300 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murphy, Jim
Relating to a settlement for the payment of certain medical benefits under the Texas Workers' Compensation Act.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Labor--Wages|Labor--Workers' Compensation|MEDICARE
HB 4321 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to certain conflicts of interest of the commissioner of insurance and employees of the Texas Department of Insurance; requiring registration.
House: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
Ethics|GIFTS & DONATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 4322 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to prohibited employment of certain former commissioners of insurance and employees of the Texas Department of Insurance; creating an offense.
House: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
Ethics|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 4435 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the creation of a health insurance risk pool for certain health benefit plan enrollees; authorizing an assessment.
House: Insurance
Withdrawn from schedule
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 4536 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the determination of a usual and customary amount under the Insurance Code.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 442 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.Sponsor: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al.
Relating to a disclosure regarding flood coverage under a commercial or residential property insurance policy.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
FLOODS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 615 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.Sponsor: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the operations and functions of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and the sunset review date for and programs administered by the association; authorizing a fee.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Property & Casualty|INTERNET|Sunset—Required Reviews|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
SB 742 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to premium and maintenance tax credits related to certain fees paid under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 792 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the practice of dentistry and the provision of teledentistry dental services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
DENTAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF|DENTAL SERVICES|DENTISTS & DENTISTRY|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|INFORMED CONSENT|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|TELEMEDICINE
SB 796 86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to a disclosure regarding flood coverage under a residential property insurance policy for areas susceptible to flooding.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
FLOODS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 1035 86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to maximum liability limits for windstorm and hail insurance coverage provided through the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
SB 1062 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to title insurance rates and other matters relating to regulating the business of title insurance.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 1063 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Paul, Dennis
Relating to the operation of the Texas Property and Casualty Insurance Guaranty Association.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE GUARANTY ASSN., TEXAS
SB 1087 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the creation of a health insurance risk pool for certain health benefit plan enrollees; authorizing an assessment.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1153 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to the Texas Life and Health Insurance Guaranty Association.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Life & Annuities|LIFE & HEALTH INSURANCE GUARANTY ASSOCIATION, TX|LONG-TERM CARE
SB 1188 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan provider networks; providing an administrative penalty; authorizing an assessment.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1264 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.Sponsor: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to consumer protections against certain medical and health care billing by certain out-of-network providers.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
Consumer Protection|Health Care Providers|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MANAGED CARE|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1321 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to a "Texas solution" to reforming and addressing issues related to the Medicaid program, including the creation of an alternative program designed to ensure health benefit plan coverage to certain low-income individuals through the private marketplace; requiring a fee.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|MEDICAID|MEDICAID REFORM TASK FORCE|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
SB 1348 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to compensation and leave for certain employees of the fraud unit of the Texas Department of Insurance.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Law Enforcement|PEACE OFFICERS|Salaries & Expenses
SB 1421 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to methods of notice from certain health benefit plan issuers.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Electronic Information Systems|EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|INTERNET
SB 1437 86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to requiring information regarding easements to be included in a commitment for title insurance.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Property Interests--Real Property
SB 1591 86-0 (2019)
Author: Whitmire, John | et. al.
Relating to prohibited balance billing and an independent dispute resolution program for out-of-network coverage under certain managed care plans; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|Electronic Information Systems|Health Care Providers|Health--Children's Insurance|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MANAGED CARE|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION|MEDICAID|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS
SB 1886 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to departures from network adequacy standards by a preferred provider benefit plan.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1896 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to alternate health benefit plan contact information for victims of family violence.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Crimes--Against Persons--General|Family--Family Violence|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|PROTECTIVE ORDERS
SB 1958 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to fraternal benefit societies in a hazardous financial condition.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
SB 2121 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to requiring certain risk pools to conduct own risk and solvency assessments.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 2122 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the disclosure of information concerning the corporate governance structure of certain insurers and related entities; providing an administrative penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 2252 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the examination by the commissioner of insurance of certain insurers' network quality and adequacy.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 2261 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the practices and operation of pharmacy benefit managers; providing administrative penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION|PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS
SB 2306 86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to a presentation by the commissioner of insurance on the National Association of Insurance Commissioners accreditation process and participation in the National Conference of Insurance Legislators.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
SB 2333 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the operation of the Texas Title Insurance Guaranty Association.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
Courts--District|ESCROW|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|RECORDS MANAGEMENT|SUBPOENAS|TITLE INSURANCE GUARANTY ASSOCIATION, TEXAS|TRAVIS COUNTY
SB 2407 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the regulation of short-term limited-duration health insurance policies.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
ADVERTISING|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 2443 86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the abolition of the Fair Access to Insurance Requirements Plan and transfer of the plan's assets, financial obligations, duties, and powers to the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 10 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to access to and benefits for mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
House: Public Health Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 127 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to the use of credit scoring in the underwriting and rating of certain insurance policies.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
CREDIT SCORING|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF
HB 477 85-0 (2017)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to the provision and use of health coverage information to educate consumers purchasing individual health benefit coverage.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 583 85-0 (2017)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to coverage for supplemental breast cancer screening under certain health benefit plans.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
CANCER|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MAMMOGRAPHY|Women
HB 647 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to notice to policyholders and agents of certain changes to property and casualty insurance policies.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 879 85-0 (2017)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to prior approval of certain residential property insurance rates of certain insurers.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 943 85-0 (2017)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the establishment of the Transgender Healthcare Advisory Committee.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health Care Providers|Health--General|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 1227 85-0 (2017)
Author: Smithee, JohnSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the transparency of certain information related to prescription drug coverage provided by certain health benefit plans.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
Health Care Providers|Health--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 1243 85-0 (2017)
Author: Smithee, John | et. al.
Relating to the identification and handling of unclaimed life insurance and annuity contract proceeds.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Life & Annuities|UNCLAIMED PROPERTY
HB 1298 85-0 (2017)
Author: Frullo, JohnSponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the definition of commercial property insurance for purposes of certain provisions governing insurance rates and policy forms.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 1464 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to step therapy protocols required by a health benefit plan in connection with prescription drug coverage.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 1520 85-0 (2017)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to the annual reporting of certain information regarding property and casualty insurance.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 1566 85-0 (2017)
Author: Frullo, John | et. al.
Relating to mediation of the settlement of certain out-of-network health benefit claims involving balance billing.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
Consumer Protection|Health Care Providers|Health--Emergency Services & Personnel|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS
HB 1635 85-0 (2017)
Author: Smithee, John | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the commissioner of insurance to request a state innovation waiver for certain small group health benefit plans of certain federal actuarial value and level of coverage requirements.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 2036 85-0 (2017)
Author: King, Phil | et. al.
Relating to premium tax credits related to certain fees paid under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|PATIENT PROTECTION & AFFORDABLE CARE ACT
HB 2077 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to data collection related to certain health benefit plan issuers' calculation of payments to out-of-network physicians and providers.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|PHYSICIANS
HB 2112 85-0 (2017)
Author: Romero, RamonSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to certain workers' compensation reporting requirements.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2148 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to water damage claims under a residential property insurance policy.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WATER DAMAGE
HB 2150 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to reporting to the Texas Department of Insurance certain information related to the denial of claims by personal automobile and residential property insurers.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2152 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the reporting of certain claims information by automobile and residential property insurers to the Texas Department of Insurance.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2153 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the eligibility for appointment as commissioner of insurance.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2257 85-0 (2017)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to prohibiting an insurer from directing a policyholder to certain entities to provide certain medical or health care services and supplies to the policyholder.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Business & Commerce--Trade Practices|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2339 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to trade-in credit agreements offered in connection with certain motor vehicle retail installment contracts.
House: Investments & Financial Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
Business & Commerce--General|Financial--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 2350 85-0 (2017)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to the provision of health care benefits through a network of physicians or health care providers.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Health Care Providers|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|PHYSICIANS
HB 2367 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the election of the state board of insurance.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, STATE BOARD OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2491 85-0 (2017)
Author: Frullo, John
Relating to authorized reinsurance and financial statement credit and accounting for reinsurance.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
HB 2492 85-0 (2017)
Author: Frullo, John | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to domestic surplus lines insurers; authorizing and imposing a tax.
House: Insurance Senate: Administration
Effective on 1/1/18
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2605 85-0 (2017)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to benefits for mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2760 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan provider networks; authorizing an assessment.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
Electronic Information Systems|Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|PHYSICIANS
HB 2942 85-0 (2017)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to network adequacy standards adopted by the commissioner of insurance for preferred provider benefit plans.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3128 85-0 (2017)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to rules adopted by the commissioner of insurance to stabilize long-term care premium rates.
House: Insurance
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|LONG-TERM CARE
HB 3202 85-0 (2017)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to registration statement and reporting requirements of insurers in an insurance holding company system.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 3220 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phillips, LarrySponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the regulation of insurance holding company systems, including internationally active insurance groups; authorizing a fee.
House: Insurance Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Intergovernmental Relations
HB 3226 85-0 (2017)
Author: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the creation of a temporary health insurance risk pool.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3343 85-0 (2017)
Author: Paul, Dennis | et. al.
Relating to the suspension and reactivation of the operation of the Texas Health Reinsurance System.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
AUDITOR, STATE|Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|TEXAS HEALTH REINSURANCE SYSTEM
HB 3348 85-0 (2017)
Author: Paul, Dennis
Relating to coverage under a preferred provider benefit plan for certain services provided by out-of-network providers; authorizing a fee.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Electronic Information Systems|Health Care Providers|Health--Emergency Services & Personnel|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3412 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to preauthorization by certain health benefit plan issuers of certain covered benefits under the health benefit plan.
House: Insurance
No action taken in committee
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3430 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to dispute resolution for certain claims arising under insurance policies issued by the Fair Access to Insurance Requirements (FAIR) Plan Association; authorizing fees.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Reform|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION
HB 3509 85-0 (2017)
Author: Faircloth, Wayne
Relating to maximum liability limits for windstorm and hail insurance coverage provided through the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 3616 85-0 (2017)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to regulation of persons holding a certificate of self-insurance for establishment of financial responsibility for operating a motor vehicle.
House: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
HB 3734 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to the rulemaking authority of the commissioner of insurance with respect to certain agreements and the effect of those agreements on this state's authority to regulate insurance.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Legislature|STATE AGENCIES' RULES
HB 3907 85-0 (2017)
Author: Frullo, JohnSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to certain requirements of retail fireworks sites and inspections of those sites and assessment and collection of certain existing inspection fees by local fire prevention officers.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
FIRE SAFETY & PREVENTION|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Safety--Fireworks
HB 4105 85-0 (2017)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to certain information reported to the Texas Department of Insurance by insurers, other entities, and individuals in connection with employee benefit plans; creating an offense.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Crimes--Miscellaneous|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
HB 4141 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to commercial insurance rates and forms.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
HB 4197 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burrows, Dustin
Relating to the prohibition or denial for the use of certain types of health benefit plans or payment methods.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 4218 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to health benefit plan coverage in this state.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4239 85-0 (2017)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio | et. al.
Relating to regulation of title insurance rates.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Reform
SB 267 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four
Relating to the licensing and regulation of hospitals in this state; increasing the amount of administrative penalties assessed or imposed against certain hospitals; authorizing the imposition of a fee.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health Care Providers|Health--General|Hospitals|INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 417 85-0 (2017)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to notice to policyholders and agents of certain changes to property and casualty insurance policies.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 507 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.Sponsor: Frullo, John | et. al.
Relating to mediation of the settlement of certain out-of-network health benefit claims involving balance billing.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
Consumer Protection|Health Care Providers|Health--Emergency Services & Personnel|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS
SB 561 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Smithee, John | et. al.
Relating to the identification and handling of unclaimed life insurance and annuity contract proceeds.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Life & Annuities|UNCLAIMED PROPERTY
SB 563 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Frullo, John
Relating to the definition of commercial property insurance for purposes of certain provisions governing insurance rates and policy forms.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 680 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.Sponsor: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to step therapy protocols required by a health benefit plan in connection with prescription drug coverage.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
SB 895 85-0 (2017)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the transparency of certain information related to prescription drug coverage provided by certain health benefit plans.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
Health Care Providers|Health--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
SB 1070 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Frullo, John
Relating to authorized reinsurance and financial statement credit and accounting for reinsurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Property Interests--Trusts|THE MATTAX ACT
SB 1071 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the regulation of insurance holding company systems, including internationally active insurance groups; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report printed and distributed
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1073 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to registration statement and reporting requirements of insurers in an insurance holding company system.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1171 85-0 (2017)
Author: Estes, CraigSponsor: Paul, Dennis
Relating to the suspension and reactivation of the operation of the Texas Health Reinsurance System.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
AUDITOR, STATE|Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|TEXAS HEALTH REINSURANCE SYSTEM
SB 1252 85-0 (2017)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to disclosure of information regarding and conditions for payment of death benefits under certain policies, contracts, and group benefit plans; providing exemplary damages.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life & Annuities
SB 1406 85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.Sponsor: Smithee, John | et. al.
Relating to the authority of the commissioner of insurance to request a state innovation waiver for certain small group health benefit plans of certain federal actuarial value and level of coverage requirements.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1450 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to the regulatory authority of the commissioner of insurance and the Texas Department of Insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Legislature|STATE AGENCIES' RULES
SB 1466 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Faircloth, Wayne
Relating to maximum liability limits for windstorm and hail insurance coverage provided through the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
SB 1492 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to rules adopted by the commissioner of insurance to stabilize long-term care premium rates.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|LONG-TERM CARE
SB 1496 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to certain workers' compensation reporting requirements.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report printed and distributed
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1537 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to dispute resolution for certain claims arising under insurance policies issued by the Fair Access to Insurance Requirements (FAIR) Plan Association; authorizing fees.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Reform|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION
SB 1779 85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to premium and maintenance tax credits related to certain fees paid under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|PATIENT PROTECTION & AFFORDABLE CARE ACT
SB 2087 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the creation of a temporary health insurance risk pool.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 202 85-1 (2017)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to the provision and use of health coverage information to educate consumers purchasing individual health benefit coverage.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 616 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to payment of and disclosures related to certain out-of-network provider charges; authorizing a fee; providing a penalty.
House: Insurance
Considered in public hearing
Electronic Information Systems|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|INTERNET|PHYSICIANS
HB 686 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to insurance agents' ownership and use of certain information related to general property and casualty insurance policies; authorizing administrative penalties.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 694 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.
Relating to coverage for supplemental breast cancer screening under certain health benefit plans.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MAMMOGRAPHY|Women
HB 696 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Relating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association; affecting surcharges.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
ARANSAS COUNTY|BRAZORIA COUNTY|CALHOUN COUNTY|CAMERON COUNTY|CHAMBERS COUNTY|ENGINEERS & ENGINEERING|Financial--General|GALVESTON COUNTY|Governor|HARRIS COUNTY|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|JEFFERSON COUNTY|KENEDY COUNTY|KLEBERG COUNTY|MATAGORDA COUNTY|NUECES COUNTY|REFUGIO COUNTY|SAN PATRICIO COUNTY|WILLACY COUNTY|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 773 84-0 (2015)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the use by certain insurers of forms that are not approved by the Texas Department of Insurance.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Life & Annuities|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 778 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Relating to access to pharmacists, pharmacies, and pharmaceutical care under certain health benefit plans.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS|PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS
HB 1206 84-0 (2015)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to the disclosure of certain information under a consolidated insurance program.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION|CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
HB 1302 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to fees imposed for the operation of amusement rides.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Amusements, Games, Sports|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF
HB 1379 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to the standard valuation for life insurance, accident and health insurance, and annuities and the nonforfeiture requirements of certain life insurance policies; amending provisions that may be subject to a criminal penalty.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Life & Annuities
HB 1445 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to measures to support or enhance graduate medical education in this state, including the transfer of assets following the dissolution of the Texas Medical Liability Insurance Underwriting Association.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Health Care Providers|Health--General|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Property & Casualty|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS|TREASURY SAFEKEEPING TRUST COMPANY, TEXAS
HB 1488 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to voluntary registration and regulation of roofing contractors; providing criminal penalties; authorizing a fee.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|ROOFING CONTRACTORS
HB 1514 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheffield, J. D.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to health insurance identification cards issued by qualified health plan issuers.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
IDENTIFICATION CARDS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1624 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smithee, JohnSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to transparency of certain information related to certain health benefit plan coverage.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
Electronic Information Systems|Health Care Providers|Health--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|INTERNET|Open Records
HB 1641 84-0 (2015)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain employees of fire protection sprinkler system contractors; providing a penalty; imposing a fee; requiring occupational licenses.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
FIRE MARSHAL|FIRE SAFETY & PREVENTION|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1700 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to reinsurance, distributions, and pooling arrangements by captive insurance companies.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 1730 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to own risk and solvency assessment by insurers and insurance groups; providing a penalty.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1732 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to dispute resolution for certain claims arising under insurance policies issued by the Fair Access to Insurance Requirements (FAIR) Plan Association; authorizing fees.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Reform|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION
HB 1770 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to access to pharmacists, pharmacies, and pharmaceutical care under certain health benefit plans.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS|PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS
HB 1948 84-0 (2015)
Author: Meyer, Morgan
Relating to individual indemnity health insurance.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 2175 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Relating to the operation of the Texas Department of Insurance.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Electronic Information Systems|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|Insurance--Reform|Open Records|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Finances--Management & Control
HB 2198 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the investigation by the commissioner of insurance of acts of insurance fraud and other offenses.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
FRAUD|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Reform
HB 2219 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for injuries related to certain conduct of a covered individual.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|SUICIDE
HB 2242 84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to prior approval of certain residential property insurance rates of certain insurers.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2243 84-0 (2015)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the authorization, regulation, and function of dedicated personal insurers; requiring a certificate of authority; imposing fees.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
HB 2245 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and the renaming of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association as the Texas Coastal Insurance Association.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Coastal Affairs & Beaches|COASTAL INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 2317 84-0 (2015)
Author: Frullo, John
Relating to reinsurance financial statement credit and accounting.
House: Insurance
Considered in Calendars
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2414 84-0 (2015)
Author: Vo, Hubert
Relating to withdrawal and restriction plans for certain insurers.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2439 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smith, WayneSponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to inspections and other activities conducted by engineers in connection with the issuance of certain windstorm and hail insurance; authorizing a fee.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
ENGINEERS & ENGINEERING|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE
HB 2586 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to contingent deferred annuity contracts.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Life & Annuities
HB 2776 84-0 (2015)
Author: Murphy, JimSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to certain premium discounts and rating programs for certain residential property insurance policies.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2893 84-0 (2015)
Author: Frullo, John
Relating to the licensing of insurance agents and adjusters; providing a penalty.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
CONTINUING EDUCATION|INSURANCE ADJUSTERS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 2967 84-0 (2015)
Author: Frullo, John
Relating to collection and use of certain information reported to and by the Texas Department of Insurance and certain approval authority and hearings held in connection with reported information.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3028 84-0 (2015)
Author: Frullo, JohnSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to regulation of certain conduct by discount health care program operators, or concerning discount health care programs, that relates to prescription drugs or prescription drug benefits; authorizing administrative and civil penalties.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
Business & Commerce--General|Business & Commerce--Trade Practices|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS|PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS
HB 3164 84-0 (2015)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to authorizing an insurer's deposit of certain money and other assets with the Texas Department of Insurance.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
Financial--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
HB 3195 84-0 (2015)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to the establishment of a health care pilot program for low-income individuals.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3205 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to repealing the maintenance tax and creating an overhead assessment for certain insurers participating in the workers' compensation system; imposing an assessment.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3215 84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to requirements regarding the withdrawal by certain insurers from the market for certain lines of insurance.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 3723 84-0 (2015)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the regulation of secondary market transactions related to the business of life settlements; providing penalties; authorizing fees.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life & Annuities
HB 3754 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miller, Doug
Relating to access to consumer information regarding roofing contractors.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Consumer Protection|Electronic Information Systems|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|ROOFING CONTRACTORS
HB 3872 84-0 (2015)
Author: Paul, DennisSponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to licensing requirements, including continuing education requirements for insurance agents, insurance adjusters, and public adjusters.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report printed and distributed
CONTINUING EDUCATION|INSURANCE ADJUSTERS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PUBLIC ADJUSTERS
HB 3911 84-0 (2015)
Author: Paul, DennisSponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the appointment by insurers, health maintenance organizations, and their agents of holders of a temporary agent's license.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 3940 84-0 (2015)
Author: Meyer, Morgan
Relating to extending claim-handling deadlines after certain emergency declarations.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Disaster Preparedness & Relief|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 3980 84-0 (2015)
Author: Frullo, John
Relating to requiring a coverage summary or other informational material to accompany certain insurance policies; adding a provision that may be subject to a criminal penalty.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 18 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to measures to support or enhance graduate medical education in this state, including the transfer of certain assets from the Texas Medical Liability Insurance Underwriting Association to the permanent fund supporting graduate medical education and the authority of the association to issue new policies.
House: Higher Education Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/15
Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Health Care Providers|Health--General|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Property & Casualty|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS|TREASURY SAFEKEEPING TRUST COMPANY, TEXAS
SB 79 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to prohibition of the use of credit scoring in underwriting and rating certain personal lines of insurance coverage.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
CREDIT SCORING|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 90 84-0 (2015)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to notice and prior approval of health benefit plan rates.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|PUBLIC NOTICE
SB 302 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association; affecting surcharges.
Senate: Business & Commerce
No action taken in committee
ARANSAS COUNTY|BRAZORIA COUNTY|CALHOUN COUNTY|CAMERON COUNTY|CHAMBERS COUNTY|Financial--General|GALVESTON COUNTY|Governor|HARRIS COUNTY|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|JEFFERSON COUNTY|KENEDY COUNTY|KLEBERG COUNTY|MATAGORDA COUNTY|NUECES COUNTY|REFUGIO COUNTY|SAN PATRICIO COUNTY|WILLACY COUNTY|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
SB 322 84-0 (2015)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to access to pharmacists, pharmacies, and pharmaceutical care under certain health benefit plans.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS|PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS
SB 332 84-0 (2015)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the use of maximum allowable cost lists related to pharmacy benefits.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 1/1/16
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS
SB 539 84-0 (2015)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to reinsurance financial statement credit and accounting.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 644 84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to health insurance identification cards issued by qualified health plan issuers.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
IDENTIFICATION CARDS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 654 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Workman, Paul
Relating to regulation of rates and policy forms for certain commercial lines of insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
House appoints conferees-reported
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 655 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to own risk and solvency assessment by insurers and insurance groups; providing a penalty.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 667 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to reinsurance, distributions, and pooling arrangements by captive insurance companies.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 782 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to the investigation by the commissioner of insurance of acts of insurance fraud.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
FRAUD|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Reform
SB 784 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Frullo, John
Relating to collection and use of certain information reported to and by the Texas Department of Insurance and certain approval authority and hearings held in connection with reported information.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 844 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Van | et. al.Sponsor: Meyer, Morgan
Relating to the expiration of licenses for insurance agents and adjusters.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Postponed
Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 876 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Frullo, John
Relating to the licensing of insurance agents and adjusters; providing a penalty.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
CONTINUING EDUCATION|INSURANCE ADJUSTERS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 900 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.Sponsor: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
Coastal Affairs & Beaches|COASTAL INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
SB 979 84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Meyer, Morgan
Relating to individual indemnity health insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1060 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.Sponsor: Thompson, Ed
Relating to the regulation of public insurance adjusters.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
INSURANCE ADJUSTERS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Reform|Lawyers|PUBLIC ADJUSTERS
SB 1061 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the regulation of secondary market transactions related to the business of life settlements; providing penalties; authorizing fees.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life & Annuities
SB 1081 84-0 (2015)
Author: Creighton, BrandonSponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to the disclosure of certain information under a consolidated insurance program.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 1/1/16
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION|CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
SB 1097 84-0 (2015)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to payment of and disclosures related to certain out-of-network provider charges; authorizing a fee; providing a penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Electronic Information Systems|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|INTERNET|PHYSICIANS
SB 1105 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Cook, Byron
Relating to fire inspections by the state fire marshal for state-owned and state-leased buildings.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
Fire Fighters & Police--General|FIRE MARSHAL|FIRE SAFETY & PREVENTION|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|RISK MANAGEMENT, STATE OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1106 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to the creation of a safety reimbursement program for employers participating in the workers' compensation system.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|Safety
SB 1107 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to contingent deferred annuity contracts.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Life & Annuities
SB 1142 84-0 (2015)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to regulation of discount drug card program operators; authorizing administrative and civil penalties; authorizing fees; expanding a registration requirement.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
Business & Commerce--General|Business & Commerce--Trade Practices|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS|PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS
SB 1164 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to insurance agents' ownership and use of certain information related to general property and casualty insurance policies; authorizing administrative penalties; adding provisions that may be subject to a criminal penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 1246 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to dispute resolution for certain claims arising under insurance policies issued by the Fair Access to Insurance Requirements (FAIR) Plan Association; authorizing fees.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION
SB 1445 84-0 (2015)
Author: Estes, Craig
Relating to regulation of certain segments of the health care system.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
ATTORNEY GENERAL|Health Care Providers|Hospitals|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1520 84-0 (2015)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to transparency of certain information related to certain health benefit plan coverage.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Electronic Information Systems|Health Care Providers|Health--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Open Records
SB 1554 84-0 (2015)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Meyer, Morgan
Relating to the regulation of rates for certain personal automobile insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
SB 1628 84-0 (2015)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.Sponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to insurance claims and certain prohibited acts and practices in or in relation to the business of insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens|Property Interests--Real Property
SB 1654 84-0 (2015)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.Sponsor: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to the standard valuation for life insurance, accident and health insurance, and annuities and the nonforfeiture requirements of certain life insurance policies; amending provisions that may be subject to a criminal penalty.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Life & Annuities
SB 1995 84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the establishment of a health care pilot program for low-income individuals.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 7 83-0 (2013)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the amounts, availability, and use of certain statutorily dedicated revenue and accounts; reducing or affecting the amounts or rates of certain statutorily dedicated fees and assessments; making an appropriation.
House: Appropriations - S/C on Budget Transparency and Reform Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|Fire Fighters & Police--Volunteer|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Budget|State Finances--Management & Control|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE
HB 336 83-0 (2013)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the use of a wireless communication device to provide evidence of motor vehicle financial responsibility.
House: Technology
Left pending in committee
EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
HB 620 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, Craig | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain health care provider network contract arrangements; providing an administrative penalty; authorizing a fee.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 682 83-0 (2013)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to the election and qualifications of the commissioner of insurance.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Elections--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Officers
HB 837 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to credit to certain ceding insurers for reinsurance ceded to certain certified assuming insurers.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1006 83-0 (2013)
Author: Johnson, Eric
Relating to insurer rating practices requiring prior approval.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1032 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of a standard request form for prior authorization of prescription drug benefits.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
Electronic Information Systems|Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 1036 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the regulation of pharmacy benefit managers; imposing penalties; imposing and authorizing fees.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
AUDITS & AUDITORS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS|PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS|PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF
HB 1111 83-0 (2013)
Author: Gonzalez, Naomi
Relating to establishing a personal automobile insurance program for certain low-income individuals; authorizing a fee.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
HB 1183 83-0 (2013)
Author: Guillen, RyanSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to prohibited conduct by insurance adjusters, public insurance adjusters, and roofing contractors.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
INSURANCE ADJUSTERS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|ROOFING CONTRACTORS
HB 1220 83-0 (2013)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to reporting concerning selection of certain suppliers by insurers; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Human Relations|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
HB 1403 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the regulation of damage waivers used by certain vehicle rental companies.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|RENTAL CARS
HB 1407 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to third-party property damage claims under private passenger automobile insurance policies.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION
HB 1408 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to dispute resolution for certain claims arising under insurance policies issued by the Fair Access to Insurance Requirements (FAIR) Plan Association; authorizing fees.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|FAIR ACCESS TO INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS (FAIR) PLAN ASSOC|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Reform|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION
HB 1604 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to the creation of a standard request form for preauthorization of medical care or health care services.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Health Care Providers|Hospitals|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|PHYSICIANS
HB 1731 83-0 (2013)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to a mile-based rating plan for personal automobile insurance.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
HB 1774 83-0 (2013)
Author: Thompson, Ed
Relating to liability for injury arising from certain motor vehicle accidents.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
ACCIDENTS|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|DRIVER EDUCATION & SAFETY CLASSES|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|PUBLIC NOTICE|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|Tort Reform|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
HB 1833 83-0 (2013)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth | et. al.
Relating to the residual market for workers' compensation insurance in this state and to the operation, governance, and organization of the Texas Mutual Insurance Company; authorizing administrative penalties; imposing fees.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Labor--Workers' Compensation|TEXAS MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
HB 1898 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to requiring certain residential property insurers to adjust certain claims under Texas Windstorm Insurance Association policies; imposing fees.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Coastal Affairs & Beaches|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Property Interests--Real Property|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 1907 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to review by the office of public insurance counsel of rate filings by health benefit plan issuers.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF
HB 1909 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to surplus lines insurance.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Aliens|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1936 83-0 (2013)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to the Texas Automobile Insurance Plan Association.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|PUBLIC NOTICE|TELECONFERENCING|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility|VIDEOCONFERENCING
HB 2030 83-0 (2013)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to requirements regarding certain shareholder and policyholder dividends.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2085 83-0 (2013)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to the use by certain insurers of forms that are not approved by the Texas Department of Insurance.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Life & Annuities|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2125 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to attorney's fees and interest rates that may be awarded in connection with certain property insurance claims.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION
HB 2162 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for certain nonemergency ambulance transportation services.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 2257 83-0 (2013)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to the regulation of property and casualty insurance rates.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2350 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Relating to certain property insurance coverage available through the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and other entities, the operation of those entities, and activities to pay and reduce losses under that coverage.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
City Government--General|Coastal Affairs & Beaches|County Government--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 2359 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bonnen, Greg
Relating to health care compensation under certain health benefit or managed care plans.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS)|Health Care Providers|Hospitals|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|MANAGED CARE|MEDICAID|MEDICARE|PHYSICIANS|Retirement Systems--Teachers|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 2360 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to the disclosure of health care prices and related information.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS)|Health Care Providers|Hospitals|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MEDICAID|MEDICARE|PHYSICIANS|Retirement Systems--Teachers|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 2383 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, Craig | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to life settlement contracts for the payment of long-term care services and support and the consideration of a life insurance policy in determining eligibility for medical assistance.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life & Annuities|LONG-TERM CARE
HB 2384 83-0 (2013)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to premium rates for title insurance.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2558 83-0 (2013)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to the confidentiality of information obtained by or disclosed to the Texas Department of Insurance.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2563 83-0 (2013)
Author: Farias, Joe
Relating to an exemption from homeowners insurance rate increases for certain persons.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Aging|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2645 83-0 (2013)
Author: Turner, ChrisSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to certification and operation of independent review organizations.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 2646 83-0 (2013)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to the office of public insurance counsel's ability to initiate a hearing on insurance rates or rate filings.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF
HB 2693 83-0 (2013)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth | et. al.
Relating to voluntary registration and regulation of roofing contractors; providing criminal penalties; authorizing a fee.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Committee report sent to Calendars
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|ROOFING CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION ACT|ROOFING CONTRACTORS
HB 2717 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to an insurer that establishes or significantly expands physical operations in this state; authorizing a premium tax credit.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
Business & Commerce--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Taxation--General
HB 2732 83-0 (2013)
Author: Workman, Paul
Relating to the authorization, regulation, and function of dedicated personal insurers; creating offenses; imposing a fee.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
HB 2782 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smithee, JohnSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the authority of the commissioner of insurance to disapprove rate changes for certain health benefit plans.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2786 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to own risk and solvency assessment by insurers and insurance groups; providing a penalty.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2788 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the licensing of captive insurance companies; authorizing fees.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Corporations & Associations|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Protection of Personal Information
HB 2791 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to abolishing the Texas Health Insurance Pool.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
HEALTH INSURANCE POOL, TEXAS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 2853 83-0 (2013)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to regulation of health benefit plan rates.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF
HB 2926 83-0 (2013)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to the standard valuation for life insurance, accident and health insurance, and annuities.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Life & Annuities
HB 2927 83-0 (2013)
Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to the nonforfeiture requirements of certain life insurance policies.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life & Annuities
HB 2929 83-0 (2013)
Author: Sheets, KennethSponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for brain injury.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES|Education--School Districts|EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS)|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3226 83-0 (2013)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for certain physical injuries that are self-inflicted by a minor.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3237 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to first-party indemnity coverage purchased by insurance purchasing groups.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
HB 3270 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to preferred provider and exclusive provider network regulations; providing administrative sanctions and penalties.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 3311 83-0 (2013)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to reporting requirements for employers that do not obtain or otherwise provide workers' compensation insurance coverage.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Management Relations|Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 3326 83-0 (2013)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for an enrollee with certain mental disorders.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3451 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the formation, operation, and authority to engage in business of insurance companies and other entities regulated under the Insurance Code; restructuring or changing fees.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 3453 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the use by insurers of a standard residential property insurance policy form.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 3554 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the business of travel insurance; authorizing penalties.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Business & Commerce--General|Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|TRAVEL
HB 3622 83-0 (2013)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and the FAIR Plan Association.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|State Finances--Management & Control|TEXAS FAIR PLAN ASSOCIATION|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 3696 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to unauthorized insurance.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
ATTORNEY GENERAL|Courts--District|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|TRAVIS COUNTY
HB 3699 83-0 (2013)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to employer participation in the Healthy Texas Program.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Health--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF
SB 18 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Property Insurance Program and the operation of the FAIR Plan Association and the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
FAIR ACCESS TO INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS (FAIR) PLAN ASSOC|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
SB 19 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to certain residential and other structures and mitigation of loss to those structures resulting from natural catastrophes; providing a criminal penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Not again placed on intent calendar
Consumer Protection|County Government--Land Use & Zoning|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|ROOFING CONTRACTOR CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT|ROOFING CONTRACTORS|ROOFING CONTRACTORS ADVISORY BOARD|Taxation--Sales|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
SB 72 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to prohibition of the use of credit scoring in underwriting and rating certain personal lines of insurance coverage.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
CREDIT REPORTS|CREDIT SCORING|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 74 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to insurer rating practices requiring prior approval.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 85 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to prior approval of certain insurance rates.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|PUBLIC NOTICE
SB 181 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, Glenn | et. al.Sponsor: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to verification of motor vehicle financial responsibility information.
House: Technology Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
SB 184 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to extending claim-handling deadlines after certain emergency declarations.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Disaster Preparedness & Relief|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 491 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to establishing a personal automobile insurance program for certain low-income individuals; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
SB 600 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to premium refunds for insurance rates found to be excessive or unfairly discriminatory; providing an administrative penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 644 83-0 (2013)
Author: Huffman, JoanSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of a standard request form for prior authorization of prescription drug benefits.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
Electronic Information Systems|Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
SB 733 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to the Texas Automobile Insurance Plan Association.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|PUBLIC NOTICE|TELECONFERENCING|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility|VIDEOCONFERENCING
SB 734 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to the licensing of captive insurance companies; authorizing fees and authorizing and imposing taxes.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
Corporations & Associations|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Protection of Personal Information
SB 814 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the collection and use of certain information by certain insurers; providing administrative penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 822 83-0 (2013)
Author: Schwertner, CharlesSponsor: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the regulation of certain health care provider network contract arrangements; providing an administrative penalty; authorizing a fee.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 850 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the residual market for workers' compensation insurance in this state and to the operation, governance, and organization of the Texas Mutual Insurance Company.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Labor--Workers' Compensation|TEXAS MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
SB 907 83-0 (2013)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to reporting requirements for employers that do not obtain or otherwise provide workers' compensation insurance coverage.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Management Relations|Labor--Workers' Compensation
SB 951 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Eiland, Craig
Relating to surplus lines insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
Aliens|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 996 83-0 (2013)
Author: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for brain injury.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES|Education--School Districts|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1006 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to requirements regarding certain shareholder and policyholder dividends.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1007 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to own risk and solvency assessment by insurers and insurance groups; providing a penalty.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1125 83-0 (2013)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to first-party indemnity coverage purchased by insurance purchasing groups.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
SB 1197 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to requirements of exclusive provider and preferred provider benefit plans.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1216 83-0 (2013)
Author: Eltife, KevinSponsor: Davis, Sarah
Relating to the creation of a standard request form for prior authorization of medical care or health care services.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1321 83-0 (2013)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the consideration of a life insurance policy in determining eligibility for medical assistance.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life & Annuities|LONG-TERM CARE
SB 1367 83-0 (2013)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to abolishing the Texas Health Insurance Pool.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
See remarks for effective date
HEALTH INSURANCE POOL, TEXAS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1379 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to the standard valuation for life insurance, accident and health insurance, and annuities.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
House appoints conferees-reported
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Life & Annuities
SB 1382 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the confidentiality of information obtained by or disclosed to the Texas Department of Insurance.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1386 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Sheets, Kenneth
Relating to the nonforfeiture requirements of certain life insurance policies.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
See remarks for effective date
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life & Annuities
SB 1565 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the office of public insurance counsel's ability to initiate a hearing on insurance rates or rate filings.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF
SB 1566 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the use by insurers of a standard residential property insurance policy form.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 1614 83-0 (2013)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to employer participation in the Healthy Texas Program.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Health--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF
SB 1622 83-0 (2013)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to credit to certain ceding insurers for reinsurance ceded to certain certified assuming insurers.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1672 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the business of travel insurance; authorizing penalties.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/13
Business & Commerce--General|Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|TRAVEL
SB 1700 83-0 (2013)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.
Relating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and the FAIR Plan Association and the renaming of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association as the Texas Residual Insurance Plan.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Not again placed on intent calendar
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|State Finances--Management & Control|TEXAS FAIR PLAN ASSOCIATION|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 272 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smithee, John | et. al.Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and to the resolution of certain disputes concerning claims made to that association; providing penalties.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Senate appoints conferees-reported
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 813 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the election of the commissioner of insurance.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Elections--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Officers
HB 1142 82-0 (2011)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to regulation of fire protection sprinkler technicians.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
FIRE MARSHAL|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1265 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the amount of outstanding total liability of a mortgage guaranty insurer.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens
HB 1310 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the office of public insurance counsel's authority to initiate a hearing on or object to insurance rates or rate filings.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF
HB 1355 82-0 (2011)
Author: Orr, Rob | et. al.Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to title insurance coverage for minerals and surface damage resulting from mineral extraction and development.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report printed and distributed
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Mines & Mineral Resources|Property Interests--Real Property
HB 1535 82-0 (2011)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the participation of this state in the Surplus Lines Insurance Multi-State Compliance Compact.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 1772 82-0 (2011)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the regulation of certain benefit plans.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 1803 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to property and casualty certificates of insurance and approval of property and casualty certificate of insurance forms by the Texas Department of Insurance; providing penalties.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 1842 82-0 (2011)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to prior approval of residential property insurance rates of certain insurers.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Disaster Preparedness & Relief|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Reform
HB 1853 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hamilton, MikeSponsor: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain employees of fire protection sprinkler system contractors; providing a penalty.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Senate: Business & Commerce
No action taken in committee
FIRE MARSHAL|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1951 82-0 (2011)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the continuation and operation of the Texas Department of Insurance and the operation of certain insurance programs; imposing administrative penalties.
House: Insurance Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/11
Electronic Information Systems|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|FIRE MARSHAL|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|Sunset--Commission Bills
HB 2088 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to suspension of payment of certain income benefits under the workers' compensation system for failure to submit to a designated doctor examination.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 2089 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smithee, JohnSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the resolution of overpayment or underpayment of income benefits under the workers' compensation program.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 2093 82-0 (2011)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the operation and regulation of certain consolidated insurance programs.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 1/1/12
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION|CONSTRUCTION & BUILDING MATERIALS|CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 2149 82-0 (2011)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to contracts between rural hospitals and certain insurers.
House: Insurance
Considered in Calendars
HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|Health--Rural|Hospitals|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 2152 82-0 (2011)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the method of payment of insurance benefits.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
CURRENCY & CURRENCY EXCHANGE|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Life & Annuities
HB 2165 82-0 (2011)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a medical reinsurance system and to certain insurance reforms necessary to the efficient operation of that system; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Public Employees|Insurance--Reform|TEXAS MEDICAL REINSURANCE SYSTEM
HB 2192 82-0 (2011)
Author: Elkins, Gary
Relating to the qualifications and operations of workers' compensation data collection agents.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 2228 82-0 (2011)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for certain physical injuries that are self-inflicted by a minor.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Mental Retardation|Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2275 82-0 (2011)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the creation of an advisory committee to make recommendations to the commissioner of insurance regarding certain automobile insurance claims.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
HB 2276 82-0 (2011)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to insurer restrictions regarding repair of a motor vehicle covered under an insurance policy.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
HB 2281 82-0 (2011)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to disclosures to life insurance policy owners.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|LIFE INSURANCE CONSUMER DISCLOSURE ACT
HB 2408 82-0 (2011)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to title insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 2580 82-0 (2011)
Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to certain investments by insurance companies and related organizations.
House: Economic & Small Business Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
Business & Commerce--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
HB 2604 82-0 (2011)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to unencumbered assets held by title agents.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2605 82-0 (2011)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the continuation and functions of the division of workers' compensation of the Texas Department of Insurance.
House: State Affairs Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/11
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|Sunset--Commission Bills
HB 2648 82-0 (2011)
Author: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the reestablishment of the Texas Bleeding Disorders Advisory Council.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
BLEEDING DISORDERS ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2698 82-0 (2011)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to surplus lines insurance.
House: Insurance
Reported favorably as substituted
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
HB 2724 82-0 (2011)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the requirement that certain information accompany residential property and personal automobile insurance documents.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty|PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 2818 82-0 (2011)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and to the resolution of certain disputes concerning claims made to that association.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Disaster Preparedness & Relief|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 2834 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to insurer receivership.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
COMPETITIVE BIDDING|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2835 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the functions of insurance holding company systems.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2836 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the regulation of title insurance rates.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2837 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to regulation of title insurance rates.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2838 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the regulation of title insurance rates.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2839 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to regulation of title insurance rates on a file and use basis.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2840 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to petitions for judicial review of orders on excessive or unfairly discriminatory residential property premium rates.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2922 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the refund of excessively or unfairly discriminatory premiums paid for certain personal lines of insurance.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2933 82-0 (2011)
Author: Castro, Joaquin
Relating to the collection of data related to health benefit plan claims for the treatment of a child's serious mental illness.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Mental Retardation|Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3023 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the institution of a formal delinquency proceeding against the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 3024 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the Fair Access to Insurance Requirements (FAIR) Plan Association.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
FAIR ACCESS TO INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS (FAIR) PLAN ASSOC|FLOODS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION|Open Records
HB 3086 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to credit to certain ceding insurers for reinsurance ceded to certain certified assuming insurers.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 3419 82-0 (2011)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to state fiscal matters related to certain regulatory agencies.
House: Appropriations
Left pending in committee
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HEALTH CARE PAYMENT & DELIVERY SYSTEM REFORM COMMITTEE|Health Care Providers|HEALTH INSURANCE CONNECTOR, TEXAS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|PHYSICIANS|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Budget|State Finances--Management & Control
HB 3427 82-0 (2011)
Author: Zedler, Bill
Relating to the designated doctor's examination under the workers' compensation system.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|PHYSICIANS
HB 3500 82-0 (2011)
Author: Isaac, Jason
Relating to rules adopted by the commissioner of insurance regulating the manufacture, transportation, storage, and retail sales of fireworks.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Amusements, Games, Sports|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Safety--Fireworks
HB 3683 82-0 (2011)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to hearings and appeals in connection with the insurance commissioner's disapproval of a property and casualty insurance rate.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Courts--District|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 3799 82-0 (2011)
Author: Miller, Sid
Relating to timely filing of a surplus lines policy; providing penalties.
House: Insurance
Laid on the table subject to call
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HCR 161 82-0 (2011)
Author: Taylor, LarrySponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Recalling H.B. No. 1951 from the senate to the house.
Signed by the Governor
Electronic Information Systems|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|FIRE MARSHAL|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|Resolutions--Corrective|Resolutions--Recall|Sunset--Commission Bills
HR 2648 82-0 (2011)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2605.
Reported enrolled
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports|Sunset--Commission Bills
SB 95 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the use by insurers of certain standard insurance policy forms for residential property insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 322 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to certain requirements for reinsurance contracts covering, and to certain restrictions regarding, title insurance policies issued in this state.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Property Interests--Real Property
SB 416 82-0 (2011)
Author: Deuell, BobSponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to the amount of outstanding total liability of a mortgage guaranty insurer.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens
SB 425 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, John | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to property and casualty certificates of insurance and approval of property and casualty certificate of insurance forms by the Texas Department of Insurance; providing penalties.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 511 82-0 (2011)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the designated doctor's examination under the workers' compensation system.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|PHYSICIANS
SB 591 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the office of public insurance counsel's authority to initiate a hearing on or object to insurance rates or rate filings.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF
SB 644 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the continuation and operation of the Texas Department of Insurance and the operation of certain insurance programs; imposing administrative penalties.
Senate: Government Organization
Committee report printed and distributed
Electronic Information Systems|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|FIRE MARSHAL|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|Sunset--Commission Bills
SB 658 82-0 (2011)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the division of workers' compensation of the Texas Department of Insurance.
Senate: Government Organization
Referred to Government Organization
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|Sunset--Commission Bills
SB 735 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to prohibition of certain extra hazardous coverages by title insurance companies.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 740 82-0 (2011)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to insurer rating practices requiring prior approval.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 859 82-0 (2011)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to small and large employer health group cooperatives and to employer contributions to individual health insurance policies.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
Business & Commerce--General|EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 871 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to corrective action with regard to excessive or unfairly discriminatory residential property or personal automobile premium rates.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Insurance
Courts--General|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 891 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to certain investments in certain Texas businesses by insurance companies and related organizations.
Senate: Economic Development
Not again placed on intent calendar
Business & Commerce--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
SB 944 82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the creation of an advisory committee to make recommendations to the commissioner of insurance regarding certain automobile insurance claims.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
SB 1062 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to premium refunds for insurance rates found to be excessive or unfairly discriminatory; providing an administrative penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
SB 1063 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the election and qualifications of the commissioner of insurance.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
Elections--Candidates|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1064 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the collection and use of certain information by certain insurers; providing administrative penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Electronic Information Systems|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 1123 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the regulation of inspectors qualified to perform windstorm inspections and to persons acting as those inspectors.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE
SB 1227 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the payment of third-party claims under commercial and personal automobile insurance policies in this state.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
SB 1291 82-0 (2011)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the budget of certain divisions of the Texas Department of Insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|State Finances--Budget|State Finances--Management & Control|TREASURY SAFEKEPING TRUST COMPANY, TEXAS
SB 1300 82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, MikeSponsor: Eiland, Craig
Relating to insurer restrictions regarding repair of a motor vehicle covered under an insurance policy.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
SB 1337 82-0 (2011)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the operation and regulation of certain consolidated insurance programs; providing administrative penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION|CONSTRUCTION & BUILDING MATERIALS|CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Labor--Workers' Compensation
SB 1430 82-0 (2011)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the regulation of certain exclusive provider benefit plans.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1431 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to the functions of insurance holding company systems.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1432 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and to the resolution of certain disputes concerning claims made to that association.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
SB 1433 82-0 (2011)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to insurer receivership.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/11
COMPETITIVE BIDDING|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1457 82-0 (2011)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to administrative procedures for title insurance hearings, licensing, and enforcement.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|PUBLIC NOTICE
SB 1586 82-0 (2011)
Author: Ogden, Steve
Relating to state fiscal matters related to certain regulatory agencies.
Senate: Finance
No action taken in committee
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HEALTH CARE PAYMENT & DELIVERY SYSTEM REFORM COMMITTEE|Health Care Providers|HEALTH INSURANCE CONNECTOR, TEXAS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|PHYSICIANS|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Budget|State Finances--Management & Control
SB 1735 82-0 (2011)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to limited purpose subsidiary life insurance companies.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Life & Annuities
SB 1748 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain employees of fire protection sprinkler system contractors; providing a penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report printed and distributed
FIRE MARSHAL|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1806 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Miller, Sid
Relating to timely filing of a surplus lines policy; providing penalties.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1824 82-0 (2011)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to the regulation of title insurance; providing criminal and administrative penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TITLE INSURANCE DIVISION, DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE|TITLE INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF
SB 1889 82-0 (2011)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and to the resolution of certain disputes concerning claims made to that association.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
Disaster Preparedness & Relief|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
SR 1248 82-0 (2011)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2605.
Reported enrolled
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports|Sunset--Commission Bills
HB 3 82-1 (2011)
Author: Smithee, JohnSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association, to the resolution of certain disputes concerning claims made to that association, and to the issuance of windstorm and hail insurance policies in the private insurance market by certain insurers; providing penalties.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Financial--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Reform|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION|PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HR 218 82-1 (2011)
Author: Smithee, John
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 3.
Reported enrolled
Financial--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Reform|PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
SB 3 82-1 (2011)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the operation and name of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and to the resolution of certain disputes concerning claims made to that association; providing penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
No action taken in committee
Financial--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION|PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS|TEXAS COASTAL INSURANCE PLAN ACT|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
SB 44 82-1 (2011)
Author: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Relating to the cessation of operations of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and the provision of windstorm and hail insurance in the seacoast territory of this state.
Filed
Coastal Affairs & Beaches|Financial--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
SR 113 82-1 (2011)
Author: Carona, John
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 3.
Reported enrolled
Financial--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Reform|PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 35 81-0 (2009)
Author: Leibowitz, David | et. al.
Relating to reporting requirements for employers not covered by workers' compensation insurance.
House: Business & Industry
Subcommittee members named
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 102 81-0 (2009)
Author: Brown, Fred
Relating to certain complaints filed with the Texas Medical Board against a physician.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|PHYSICIANS
HB 129 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland | et. al.
Relating to the election of the commissioner of insurance.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Elections--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Officers
HB 173 81-0 (2009)
Author: Homer, Mark | et. al.
Relating to the election of the commissioner of insurance.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Elections--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Officers
HB 223 81-0 (2009)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to regulation of the secondary market in certain physician and health care provider discounts; providing administrative penalties.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|PHYSICIANS
HB 340 81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to required use by insurers of certain standard insurance policy forms for residential property insurance.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--General|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 352 81-0 (2009)
Author: Orr, Rob
Relating to coverage of mineral interests in title insurance policies, commitments, binders, and endorsements.
House: Insurance
Withdrawn from schedule
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Mines & Mineral Resources
HB 531 81-0 (2009)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to medical loss ratios of certain health benefit plan issuers.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 663 81-0 (2009)
Author: King, Susan | et. al.
Relating to participation by single-employee businesses in private purchasing cooperatives or health group cooperatives.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Business & Commerce--General|Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 698 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to the designated doctor's examination under the workers' compensation system.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in subcommittee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 739 81-0 (2009)
Author: Quintanilla, ChenteSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to certain continuing education requirements for insurance agents who sell Medicare-related products.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
CONTINUING EDUCATION|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|MEDICARE
HB 984 81-0 (2009)
Author: Veasey, Marc
Relating to the election and qualifications of the commissioner of insurance.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Elections--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 992 81-0 (2009)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to the classifications used in rating personal automobile insurance.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
HB 1021 81-0 (2009)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to coverage under residential property insurance policies for certain losses incurred because of compliance with an emergency evacuation order.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Disaster Preparedness & Relief|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 1327 81-0 (2009)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to a mile-based rating plan for personal automobile insurance.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
HB 1342 81-0 (2009)
Author: Menendez, Jose | et. al.Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to adoption of certain information technology.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
Health--Privacy/Use of Information|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 1370 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the use of certain insurance policy forms in connection with a preferred provider benefit plan.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Consumer Protection|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|PHYSICIANS
HB 1459 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the right of certain insurance policyholders to choose an agent.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1528 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to the determination of the amount of payment on certain claims under residential property insurance policies.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 1578 81-0 (2009)
Author: Isett, Carl
Relating to the establishment of a medical reinsurance system and to certain insurance reforms necessary to the efficient operation of that system; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Public Employees|Insurance--Reform|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|TEXAS MEDICAL REINSURANCE SYSTEM
HB 1594 81-0 (2009)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to regulation of property and casualty insurance rates.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 1609 81-0 (2009)
Author: Vaught, Allen
Relating to requiring the prior approval of residential property rates used by certain insurers.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 1696 81-0 (2009)
Author: Isett, Carl | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of pharmacy benefit managers and to payment of claims to pharmacies and pharmacists.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS|PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS
HB 1757 81-0 (2009)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to review of certain license examinations for insurance agents.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1761 81-0 (2009)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the reserve requirements for credit life and credit accident and health insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Life & Annuities
HB 1852 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hartnett, Will | et. al.
Relating to the maintenance of certain interest-bearing accounts by escrow officers and the use of the interest on those accounts.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Financial--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1857 81-0 (2009)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the sale of charitable gift annuities.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Aging|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life & Annuities|Insurance--Reform
HB 1888 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, John | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to standards required for certain rankings of physicians by health benefit plans.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|PHYSICIANS
HB 1929 81-0 (2009)
Author: Jackson, Jim
Relating to payment of claims of certain out-of-network physicians and health care providers.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MANAGED CARE
HB 1930 81-0 (2009)
Author: Jackson, Jim
Relating to health services provided to health benefit plan enrollees by certain out-of-network health care providers.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 1932 81-0 (2009)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to consumer labeling requirements for certain health benefit plans; providing penalties.
House: Insurance
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
ADVERTISING|Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 1941 81-0 (2009)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to the election of the commissioner of insurance and qualifications of the commissioner and certain employees of the Texas Department of Insurance; providing civil penalties.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Elections--Campaign Financing|Elections--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 1971 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hamilton, Mike
Relating to regulation of fire protection sprinkler technicians.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
FIRE MARSHAL|IDENTIFICATION CARDS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 2006 81-0 (2009)
Author: McCall, Brian
Relating to authorizing the commissioner of insurance to further regulate the financial security and operations of certain insurance companies through local districts or chapters.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Financial--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2010 81-0 (2009)
Author: Vaught, Allen | et. al.
Relating to notification of policyholders of changes in residential property insurance policies.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2135 81-0 (2009)
Author: Weber, Randy
Relating to assessment of a premium surcharge by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association for coverage of improvements to certain commercial structures.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Property Interests--Landlord & Tenant|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 2203 81-0 (2009)
Author: Isett, Carl
Relating to the continuation and operation of the Texas Department of Insurance and the operation of certain insurance programs; imposing administrative penalties.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Sunset Bills
HB 2429 81-0 (2009)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to return-to-work coordination services and the return-to-work reimbursement program for employers participating in the Texas workers' compensation system.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in subcommittee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 2449 81-0 (2009)
Author: Eiland, CraigSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to requirements for county mutual insurance companies.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/09
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2456 81-0 (2009)
Author: Eiland, CraigSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to insurance agent qualifications to sell certain products or product lines.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
CONTINUING EDUCATION|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 2539 81-0 (2009)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to a disaster recovery insurance claims mediation program.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Disaster Preparedness & Relief|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION|Property Interests--Personal Property
HB 2540 81-0 (2009)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the establishment and operation of a disaster recovery insurance claims mediation program.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Disaster Preparedness & Relief|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION|Property Interests--Personal Property
HB 2552 81-0 (2009)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to public notice of building requirements and inspection standards in first tier coastal counties.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Coastal Affairs & Beaches|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 2569 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to a specialty insurance agent license for certain vendors of portable electronic devices.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/09
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 2586 81-0 (2009)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to small and large employer health group cooperatives.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 2650 81-0 (2009)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the sale of certain annuities.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life & Annuities|Insurance--Reform
HB 2651 81-0 (2009)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to certain education requirements for insurance agents who sell annuities.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
CONTINUING EDUCATION|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Life & Annuities|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 2713 81-0 (2009)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for acute or chronic medical conditions.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 2739 81-0 (2009)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the regulation of certain life settlement contracts; providing penalties.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Financial--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life & Annuities|LOANS
HB 2750 81-0 (2009)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the regulation of certain market conduct activities of certain life, accident, and health insurers and health benefit plan issuers; providing civil liability and administrative and criminal penalties.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Consumer Protection|Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PHYSICIANS|PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 2752 81-0 (2009)
Author: Eiland, CraigSponsor: Averitt, Kip
Relating to independent audits of insurer financial statements and insurer internal controls.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Senate appoints conferees-reported
ACCOUNTING & ACCOUNTANTS|AUDITS & AUDITORS|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2881 81-0 (2009)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Affordable Health Care Benefit Program.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Health Care Providers|Health--Children's Insurance|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 2886 81-0 (2009)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to insurer assessments to fund the catastrophe reserve trust fund.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 3013 81-0 (2009)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to residential and commercial insurance deductibles.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 3120 81-0 (2009)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the maximum allowable premium rate increase for small employer health benefit plans.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Life & Annuities|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF
HB 3258 81-0 (2009)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to automobile insurance loss ratios and premiums, and the collection and use of certain data by insurers regarding automobile insurance; providing administrative penalties.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
HB 3365 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to authorizing the commissioner of insurance to require the prior approval of residential property rates used by certain insurers.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Reform
HB 3368 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rose, Patrick
Relating to the availability of certain information concerning the settlement of certain types of claims made under residential property insurance policies.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--General|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Reform
HB 3759 81-0 (2009)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the operation and regulation of certain consolidated insurance programs.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION|CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
HB 3959 81-0 (2009)
Author: Turner, Chris
Requiring certain information be provided to consumers with renewals of their homeowners insurance policy.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Consumer Protection|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|INTERNET
HB 3978 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to provision of surplus lines insurance.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 4170 81-0 (2009)
Author: Smith, Wayne
Relating to requiring property inspections for windstorm and hail insurance in certain geographic areas and authorizing certain political subdivisions to adopt and enforce regulations relating to severe weather, including residential building codes, abandoned land, and damaged buildings; granting a limited power of eminent domain.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Coastal Affairs & Beaches|County Government--General|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Property Interests--Eminent Domain|Property Interests--Real Property|SUBSTANDARD BUILDINGS|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE
HB 4179 81-0 (2009)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to health insurance.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Health Care Providers|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MANAGED CARE
HB 4220 81-0 (2009)
Author: Branch, Dan
Relating to notice given to insurance policy or certificate holders concerning certain premium taxes.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 4291 81-0 (2009)
Author: Smithee, JohnSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to insurance charters and certificates of authority.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
HB 4338 81-0 (2009)
Author: Smithee, JohnSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to title insurance agents and title insurance companies.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/09
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 4339 81-0 (2009)
Author: Smithee, JohnSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the establishment and operation of the unauthorized insurance guaranty fund.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|UNAUTHORIZED INSURANCE GUARANTY FUND ACT
HB 4344 81-0 (2009)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the regulation of premium rates for long-term care insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|LONG-TERM CARE
HB 4358 81-0 (2009)
Author: Smithee, JohnSponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to rulemaking authority for administrative penalties assessed for violations of the Insurance Code.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
HB 4658 81-0 (2009)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to regulation of property and casualty insurance rates, required use by insurers of certain standard insurance policy forms for residential property insurance, and the election of the commissioner of insurance.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Elections--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 6 81-0 (2009)
Author: Duncan, Robert | et. al.Sponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the creation of the Healthy Texas Program.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Placed on Major State Calendar
Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 14 81-0 (2009)
Author: Fraser, TroySponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and the Texas FAIR Plan Association; making an appropriation.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Record vote
Coastal Affairs & Beaches|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|TEXAS FAIR PLAN ASSOCIATION|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
SB 77 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to participation by single-employee businesses in private purchasing cooperatives or health group cooperatives.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 91 81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to regulation of property and casualty insurance rates.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 102 81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to required use by insurers of certain standard insurance policy forms for residential property insurance.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--General|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 106 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to insurer rating practices requiring prior approval.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 148 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to required community investment by certain insurers; providing administrative and civil penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Economic & Industrial Development--General|Financial--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 150 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to the determination of the amount of payment on certain claims under residential property insurance policies.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 225 81-0 (2009)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to the classifications used in rating personal automobile insurance.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
SB 264 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to prior approval of residential property insurance rates of certain insurers.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Reform
SB 303 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to application for and cancellation or rescission of health benefit plan coverage.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 351 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to payment of certain emergency room physicians for services provided to enrollees of managed care health benefit plans; providing an administrative penalty.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
Health Care Providers|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|Health--Emergency Services & Personnel|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION|PHYSICIANS
SB 373 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to administrative costs paid by health benefit plan issuers.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 378 81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, LeticiaSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the designated doctor's examination under the workers' compensation system.
House: Business & Industry Senate: State Affairs
Considered in Calendars
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation
SB 565 81-0 (2009)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to premium discounts for certain vehicles equipped with a tracking system.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
SB 614 81-0 (2009)
Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to preexisting condition provisions in individual accident and health insurance policies.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 685 81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to authorizing the commissioner of insurance to further regulate the financial security and operations of certain insurance companies through local districts or chapters.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
Financial--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 698 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, RodneySponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the establishment of a registry at the Texas Department of Insurance of certain legal entities alleged to have sold race-based insurance coverage.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
Human Relations|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
SB 714 81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the regulation of certain health care rental network contract arrangements; providing a civil penalty.
Senate: State Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|PHYSICIANS
SB 734 81-0 (2009)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the board of directors of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Disaster Preparedness & Relief|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
SB 789 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to loss ratio standards for long-term care benefit plans.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|LONG-TERM CARE
SB 813 81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the eligibility of certain sole proprietors to participate in small employer health benefit plans.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 815 81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to consumer labeling requirements for and the provision of certain information concerning health benefit plans; providing penalties.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Insurance
ADVERTISING|Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 827 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the establishment and operation of urban mutual insurance companies.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 863 81-0 (2009)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to adoption of certain information technology.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
Health--Privacy/Use of Information|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 881 81-0 (2009)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to a specialty insurance agent license for certain vendors of portable electronic devices.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 900 81-0 (2009)
Author: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Relating to the collection and use of certain information by health benefit plan issuers; providing administrative penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 901 81-0 (2009)
Author: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Relating to regulation of health benefit plans.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HEALTH BENEFIT PLAN LEGISLATIVE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
SB 961 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.Sponsor: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the sale of certain annuities.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life & Annuities|Insurance--Reform
SB 963 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, RodneySponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to regulation of premium rates for long-term care insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Reform|LONG-TERM CARE
SB 965 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Relating to certain education requirements for insurance agents who sell annuities.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Insurance
CONTINUING EDUCATION|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Life & Annuities|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 972 81-0 (2009)
Author: Averitt, Kip | et. al.Sponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to small and large employer health group cooperatives.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 993 81-0 (2009)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to ranking of physicians by health benefit plans.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|PHYSICIANS
SB 1007 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hegar, GlennSponsor: Isett, Carl
Relating to the continuation and operation of the Texas Department of Insurance and the operation of certain insurance programs; imposing administrative penalties.
House: Insurance Senate: Government Organization
Point of order sustained
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Sunset Bills
SB 1156 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to reporting of medical loss ratios by health benefit plan issuers.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1158 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to regulation of health benefit plan rates.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1257 81-0 (2009)
Author: Averitt, Kip | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain market conduct activities of certain life, accident, and health insurers and health benefit plan issuers; providing civil liability and administrative and criminal penalties.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Consumer Protection|Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PHYSICIANS|PUBLIC NOTICE
SB 1372 81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to withdrawal and restriction plans for certain insurers.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 1452 81-0 (2009)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to a residential property insurance premium discount for certain dwellings.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
SB 1550 81-0 (2009)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the regulation of certain life settlement contracts; providing penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
Financial--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life & Annuities|LOANS
SB 1551 81-0 (2009)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the operation and regulation of certain consolidated insurance programs.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
BUILDING CONSTRUCTION|CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
SB 1889 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to regulation of fire protection sprinkler technicians.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
FIRE MARSHAL|IDENTIFICATION CARDS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1890 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., MarioSponsor: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the temporary suspension of certain signage restrictions during a state of disaster.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Placed on General State Calendar
City Government--General|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|SIGNS
SB 1938 81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the maintenance of certain interest-bearing accounts by escrow officers and the use of the interest on those accounts.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Financial--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1978 81-0 (2009)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to requirements regarding employer liability for certain group health benefit plan premiums.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1985 81-0 (2009)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to workers' compensation health care reimbursement policies and fee guidelines for certain health care services.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation
SB 2011 81-0 (2009)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to review of certain license examinations for insurance agents.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 2024 81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the maximum allowable premium rate increase for small employer health benefit plans.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Life & Annuities|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF
SB 2132 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the election and qualifications of the commissioner of insurance.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
Elections--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 2136 81-0 (2009)
Author: Eltife, Kevin
Relating to provision of surplus lines insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 2416 81-0 (2009)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the authority of certain insurers to engage in the business of health insurance in this state.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SR 1101 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 78.
Reported enrolled
Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports
HB 579 80-0 (2007)
Author: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to coverage under residential property insurance policies for certain losses incurred because of compliance with an emergency evacuation order.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Disaster Preparedness & Relief|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 635 80-0 (2007)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to funding of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association, including funding of coverage for certain catastrophic events through the issuance of public securities.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Financial--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 839 80-0 (2007)
Author: Eiland, Craig | et. al.
Relating to regulation of the secondary market in certain physician and health care provider discounts; providing administrative penalties.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|PHYSICIANS
HB 2191 80-0 (2007)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to unencumbered surplus or guaranty fund requirements for certain insurance companies.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
HB 2329 80-0 (2007)
Author: Smith, Todd
Relating to the creation of consumer report cards for the comparison of health care plans.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
Consumer Protection|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 2483 80-0 (2007)
Author: Menendez, Jose
Relating to the operation and regulation of cross border health benefit plans.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|MEXICO
HB 2640 80-0 (2007)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the collection and use of certain information by insurers and related entities.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Life & Annuities|Protection of Personal Information
HB 3323 80-0 (2007)
Author: Homer, Mark | et. al.
Relating to the election of the commissioner of insurance.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Elections--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3597 80-0 (2007)
Author: Raymond, Richard
Relating to registration and regulation of certain discount health plans; providing penalties.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Health--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Life & Annuities|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 55 80-0 (2007)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to registration and regulation of certain discount health plans; providing penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
Health--General|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Life & Annuities|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 519 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to coverage under residential property insurance policies for certain losses incurred because of compliance with an emergency evacuation order.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Disaster Preparedness & Relief|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 559 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the establishment of a registry at the Texas Department of Insurance of certain legal entities determined to have sold race-based insurance coverage.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
Human Relations|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
SB 830 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to an insurer's rating practices.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
SB 1355 80-0 (2007)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the creation of consumer report cards for the comparison of health care plans.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
Consumer Protection|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 998 79-0 (2005)
Author: Eiland, Craig | et. al.
Relating to insurance market conduct surveillance; imposing sanctions.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
INSURANCE MARKET CONDUCT SURVEILLANCE ACT|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1461 79-0 (2005)
Author: Leibowitz, David
Relating to notice to consumers regarding personal injury insurance protection offered in connection with personal automobile insurance.
House: Insurance
Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
HB 1585 79-0 (2005)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to disapproval by the commissioner of insurance of certain property and casualty insurance rates; providing penalties.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2678 79-0 (2005)
Author: Smithee, JohnSponsor: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
Relating to underwriting of and ratemaking for professional liability insurance for physicians and health care providers.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/05
Health--Children's Insurance|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Malpractice--Professionals|MEDICAID
HB 2909 79-0 (2005)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to providing the Commissioner of Insurance the authority to establish a voluntary joint underwriting association when a bond or insurance is not reasonably available.
House: Insurance
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
HB 3299 79-0 (2005)
Author: Seaman, Gene
Relating to certain fees paid by authorized insurers.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life & Annuities
HB 3374 79-0 (2005)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the dissolution, suspension, and reactivation of the Texas Health Reinsurance System.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|TEXAS HEALTH REINSURANCE SYSTEM
HR 2247 79-0 (2005)
Author: Smithee, John
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 14.
Reported enrolled
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports
SB 14 79-0 (2005)
Author: Jackson, Mike | et. al.Sponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to rates for certain property and casualty insurance and regulation of insurer market conduct.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/05
INSURANCE MARKET CONDUCT SURVEILLANCE ACT|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 265 79-0 (2005)
Author: Williams, TommySponsor: Keffer, Bill
Relating to certain continuing education requirements for insurance agents.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/05
CONTINUING EDUCATION|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1513 79-0 (2005)
Author: Averitt, KipSponsor: Eiland, Craig
Relating to an interim study regarding the operation of certain state health insurance programs.
House: Pensions & Investments Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Interim Studies|Retirement Systems--State Employees
SB 1592 79-0 (2005)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Seaman, Gene
Relating to special deposits required of certain insurers.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1829 79-0 (2005)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Haggerty, Pat
Relating to rate regulation of certain insurers writing personal automobile insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
SR 1100 79-0 (2005)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 14.
Reported enrolled
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports
HB 600 78-0 (2003)
Author: Wolens, Steven | et. al.
Relating to the regulation and reform of certain lines of insurance; providing a penalty.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE REFORM & CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Reform
HB 639 78-0 (2003)
Author: Smithee, John | et. al.
Relating to rate information to be filed by certain insurers of residential property; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 746 78-0 (2003)
Author: Smithee, John | et. al.
Relating to policy forms and endorsements for personal automobile and residential property insurance.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
HB 748 78-0 (2003)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to automobile and residential property insurance rate regulation.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
HB 1757 78-0 (2003)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to rate filing and rate rollbacks for professional liability insurance for physicians and health care providers.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Health Care Providers|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Malpractice--Professionals|PHYSICIANS
HB 2701 78-0 (2003)
Author: Keffer, JimSponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the provision of fire prevention and safety education.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/03
Fire Fighters & Police--General|FIRE MARSHAL|FIRE SAFETY & PREVENTION|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF
HB 3108 78-0 (2003)
Author: Keffer, Bill
Relating to the rulemaking authority of the Commissioner of Insurance.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|STATE AGENCIES' RULES
HCR 306 78-0 (2003)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Jackson, Mike
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make technical corrections to S.B. No. 14.
Signed by the Governor
CREDIT REPORTS|CREDIT SCORING|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Resolutions--Corrective|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
HR 1881 78-0 (2003)
Author: Seaman, Gene
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 14.
Reported enrolled
CREDIT REPORTS|CREDIT SCORING|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
SB 14 78-0 (2003)
Author: Jackson, Mike | et. al.Sponsor: Smithee, John | et. al.
Relating to certain insurance rates, forms, and practices; providing penalties.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
CREDIT REPORTS|CREDIT SCORING|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
SB 125 78-0 (2003)
Author: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Relating to insurance withdrawal and restriction plans; providing civil penalties.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
SB 130 78-0 (2003)
Author: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Relating to the use of credit scoring by insurers of residential properties and personal automobiles; providing a civil penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Laid on table subject to call in committee
CREDIT REPORTS|CREDIT SCORING|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
SB 131 78-0 (2003)
Author: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Relating to policy forms and endorsements for personal automobile and residential property insurance.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Laid on table subject to call in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
SB 310 78-0 (2003)
Author: Fraser, Troy | et. al.Sponsor: Smithee, John | et. al.
Relating to rate information to be filed by certain insurers of residential property; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 400 78-0 (2003)
Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to the regulation and reform of certain lines of insurance; providing a penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Laid on table subject to call in committee
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE REFORM & CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Reform
SB 1281 78-0 (2003)
Author: Fraser, TroySponsor: Keffer, Bill
Relating to the rulemaking authority of the commissioner of insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|STATE AGENCIES' RULES
SCR 73 78-0 (2003)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make technical corrections to S.B. No. 14.
Motion withdrawn
CREDIT REPORTS|CREDIT SCORING|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Resolutions--Corrective|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
SCR 74 78-0 (2003)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make technical corrections to S.B. No. 14.
Consideration withdrawn
CREDIT REPORTS|CREDIT SCORING|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Resolutions--Corrective|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
SCR 75 78-0 (2003)
Author: Jackson, Mike
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make technical corrections to S.B. No. 14.
Signed by the Governor
CREDIT REPORTS|CREDIT SCORING|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Resolutions--Corrective|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
HB 20 78-1 (2003)
Author: Keel, Terry
Relating to the governing bodies, officers, and executive directors of certain state entities.
House: Government Reform
Meeting cancelled
BUILDING & PROCUREMENT COMMISSION, TEXAS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 24 78-1 (2003)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to the organization and operations of, and fiscal matters affecting, certain state entities.
House: Government Reform
Meeting cancelled
Education--Higher--State Coordination|Environment--Solid Waste|Governor|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|LANDFILLS|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|Open Records|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PRIVATE SECURITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Finances--Budget|TELECONFERENCING
HB 53 78-1 (2003)
Author: Swinford, DavidSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the reorganization of, efficiency in, and other reform measures applying to state government; making appropriations.
House: Government Reform Senate: Government Organization
Not again placed on intent calendar
AUDITOR, STATE|AUDITS & AUDITORS|BICYCLES|BUILDING & PROCUREMENT COMMISSION, TEXAS|Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities|Electronic Information Systems|Environment--Solid Waste|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|Ethics|Governor|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|LEGISLATIVE INFORMATION SERVICES BOARD|LEGISLATIVE POLICY COUNCIL|PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|PERFORMANCE REVIEW COMMISSION|PERMITS|PRIVATE SECURITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|Retirement Systems--County & District|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE AIRCRAFT POOLING BOARD|State Employees|STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Officers|SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION|TEXAS INNOCENCE COMMISSION|Tourism|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 56 78-1 (2003)
Author: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the qualification and appointment of the commissioner of insurance.
House: Government Reform
Received from the House
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|State Officers
SB 19 78-1 (2003)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the reorganization of, efficiency in, and other reform measures applying to state government.
Senate: Government Organization
No action taken in committee
AUDITOR, STATE|AUDITS & AUDITORS|BUILDING & PROCUREMENT COMMISSION, TEXAS|Corrections--Jails & Prisons|Education--Higher--State Coordination|Electronic Information Systems|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|Governor|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|LANDFILLS|LEGISLATIVE AUDIT COMMITTEE|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|LEGISLATIVE INFORMATION SERVICES BOARD|Legislature|PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF|PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION|PERFORMANCE REVIEW COMMISSION|PRESERVATION BOARD, STATE|PRISON PRIVATIZATION, SELECT COMMITTEE ON|PRIVATE SECURITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSIONS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE AIRCRAFT POOLING BOARD|State Finances--Budget|STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS ADVISORY BOARD|STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF|TELECONFERENCING|TRAVEL|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 16 78-2 (2003)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to the qualifications of the commissioner of insurance.
House: Government Reform
Reported engrossed
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|State Officers
HB 24 78-2 (2003)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to the reorganization of, efficiency in, and other reform measures applying to state government; making an appropriation.
House: Government Reform
No action taken in committee
AUDITOR, STATE|AUDITS & AUDITORS|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons|Education--School Districts|Energy--Conservation|Environment--Solid Waste|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|FUEL CELLS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Public Employees|Labor--Workers' Compensation|LEGISLATIVE AUDIT COMMITTEE|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF|PERMITS|PRIVATE SECURITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSIONS|RESEARCH & OVERSIGHT COUNCIL ON WORKERS' COMPENSATION|Retirement Systems--Teachers|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE AIRCRAFT POOLING BOARD|State Officers|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|UNCLAIMED PROPERTY
HB 7 78-3 (2003)
Author: Swinford, David | et. al.Sponsor: Ogden, Steve
Relating to the reorganization of, efficiency in, and other reform measures applying to governmental entities and certain regulatory practices; providing a penalty.
House: Government Reform Senate: Finance
See remarks for effective date
AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|AUDITOR, STATE|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS|Education--General|Education--School Districts|Energy--Conservation|Environment--General|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|Governor|HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|LANDFILLS|LEGISLATIVE AUDIT COMMITTEE|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|Legislature|PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF|PRIVATE SECURITY BOARD, TEXAS|PRIVATE SECURITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSIONS|Retirement Systems--State Employees|SECURITY ALARMS & DEVICES|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE AIRCRAFT POOLING BOARD|State Finances--Budget|SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION|TELECONFERENCING|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|UNCLAIMED PROPERTY|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS|WATER--CONSERVATION
HB 21 78-3 (2003)
Author: Swinford, David
Relating to the qualifications of the commissioner of insurance.
House: Government Reform
Referred to Government Reform
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|State Officers
HR 344 78-3 (2003)
Author: Swinford, David
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 7.
Reported enrolled
AUDITOR, STATE|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Courts--District|Education--School Districts|Energy--Conservation|Environment--General|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|Governor|HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|LANDFILLS|LEGISLATIVE AUDIT COMMITTEE|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|Legislature|PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF|PRIVATE SECURITY BOARD, TEXAS|PRIVATE SECURITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSIONS|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports|Retirement Systems--State Employees|SECURITY ALARMS & DEVICES|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Finances--Budget|SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION|TELECONFERENCING|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|UNCLAIMED PROPERTY|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS|WATER--CONSERVATION
SB 2 78-3 (2003)
Author: Ogden, Steve
Relating to the organization, board membership, and functions of certain governmental agencies and to the transfer of certain functions to other governmental agencies.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
Alcoholic Beverage Regulation|Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities|Energy--Alternative Fuels|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|Governor|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Public Employees|LANDFILLS|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF|PERMITS|Property Interests--Eminent Domain|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|Retirement Systems--Teachers|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Finances--Budget|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|UNCLAIMED PROPERTY|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 999 77-0 (2001)
Author: Grusendorf, Kent
Relating to the establishment of an assigned risk insurance plan for certain transporters of motor vehicles.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
ASSIGNED RISK PLAN FOR DRIVE-A-WAY OPERATORS, TEXAS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
HB 1163 77-0 (2001)
Author: Eiland, Craig | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain insurance agents and to the consolidation of insurance agent licenses; providing penalties.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|TEXAS LIFE, ACCIDENT, & HEALTH AGENTS LICENSE ACT|TEXAS PROPERTY & CASUALTY AGENTS LICENSE ACT
HB 1342 77-0 (2001)
Author: Eiland, Craig
Relating to a specialty insurance agent license for persons who sell certain telecommunications equipment.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 1433 77-0 (2001)
Author: Dunnam, Jim
Relating to prohibition on the disclosure of defense counsel's billing statements by certain insurers and on the submission of those statements to certain audits; providing a civil penalty.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
ATTORNEY'S FEES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Lawyers
HB 1704 77-0 (2001)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the establishment and operation of a task force to examine issues regarding expansion of the provision of health benefits to employees of small businesses.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 1945 77-0 (2001)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the rulemaking authority of the commissioner of insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|STATE AGENCIES' RULES
HB 2102 77-0 (2001)
Author: Eiland, Craig | et. al.Sponsor: Sibley, David
Relating to the determination of premium rates for certain lines of insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/01
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2159 77-0 (2001)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to premium rates and minimum reserves for credit life and accident and health insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/01
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
HB 2415 77-0 (2001)
Author: Giddings, Helen | et. al.Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to an interim study of the marketplace in the state for life insurance issued with a small face amount.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/01
DISCRIMINATION|Human Relations|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Life & Annuities|Interim Studies
HB 2527 77-0 (2001)
Author: Junell, Robert
Relating to certificates of insurance used to evidence the existence of certain insurance coverage.
House: Business & Industry
Committee report sent to Calendars
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 2548 77-0 (2001)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the regulation of automobile insurance rates.
House: Insurance
No action taken in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
HB 2620 77-0 (2001)
Author: Goodman, Toby
Relating to standardizing physician contracts and forms used in managed care plans.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Reform|MANAGED CARE|STATE AGENCIES' RULES
HB 2826 77-0 (2001)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the adoption of a uniform explanation of payment form by the Texas Department of Insurance.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 2871 77-0 (2001)
Author: Ramsay, Tom
Relating to rate rollback for certain lines of insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 3013 77-0 (2001)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the composition and operation of the board of directors of certain insurance guaranty associations.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 3393 77-0 (2001)
Author: Oliveira, ReneSponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the adoption and use of certain consumer information materials in Spanish regarding personal automobile insurance coverage.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/01
Consumer Protection|Human Relations|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
SB 414 77-0 (2001)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Eiland, Craig | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain insurance agents and to the consolidation of insurance agent licenses; providing penalties.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/01
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|TEXAS LIFE, ACCIDENT, & HEALTH AGENTS LICENSE ACT|TEXAS PROPERTY & CASUALTY AGENTS LICENSE ACT
SB 442 77-0 (2001)
Author: Fraser, Troy
Relating to the establishment and operation of a task force to examine issues regarding expansion of the provision of health benefits to employees of small businesses.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 466 77-0 (2001)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Eiland, Craig
Relating to a specialty insurance agent license for persons who sell certain telecommunications equipment.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/01
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Utilities--Telecommunications
SB 993 77-0 (2001)
Author: Sibley, David
Relating to the determination of premium rates for certain lines of insurance.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 1012 77-0 (2001)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the regulation of automobile insurance rates.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
SB 1229 77-0 (2001)
Author: Carona, John
Relating to the credit life and accident and health insurance.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
SB 1307 77-0 (2001)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to uniform closing and settlement statements.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Property Interests--Real Property|REAL ESTATE BROKERS
SB 1793 77-0 (2001)
Author: Sibley, DavidSponsor: Smithee, John
Relating to meetings of the commissioner of insurance with the board of directors of certain guaranty associations.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/01
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
HB 1637 76-0 (1999)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the regulation of automobile insurance rates.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
HB 2161 76-0 (1999)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to standards and other requirements for long-term care insurance coverage.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
Aging|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|Insurance--Reform|Nursing Homes
HB 2290 76-0 (1999)
Author: Isett, Carl | et. al.
Relating to a review that health care benefits be provided under certain health benefit plans.
House: Insurance
Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
HB 2789 76-0 (1999)
Author: Eiland, Craig | et. al.
Relating to the licensing of certain persons who provide services related to the business of insurance.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|RENTAL CARS
HB 2790 76-0 (1999)
Author: Eiland, Craig | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain insurance agents and to the consolidation of insurance agent licenses; providing penalties.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|TEXAS LIFE, ACCIDENT, & HEALTH AGENTS LICENSE ACT|TEXAS PROPERTY & CASUALTY AGENTS LICENSE ACT
HB 2905 76-0 (1999)
Author: Seaman, Gene
Relating to uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage available under a motor vehicle liability insurance policy.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
HB 3017 76-0 (1999)
Author: Smithee, John
Relating to the regulation by the commissioner of insurance of rates, classifications, and forms for certain lines of insurance.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 377 76-0 (1999)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to review and implementation of health care benefits required to be provided under certain health benefit plans.
House: Insurance Senate: Health Services
Referred to Insurance
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
SB 600 76-0 (1999)
Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the regulation of automobile insurance rates.
Senate: Economic Development
No action taken in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
SB 956 76-0 (1999)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Eiland, Craig | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain insurance agents and to the consolidation of insurance agent licenses; providing penalties.
House: Insurance Senate: Economic Development
Vetoed by the Governor
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|TEXAS LIFE, ACCIDENT, & HEALTH AGENTS LICENSE ACT|TEXAS PROPERTY & CASUALTY AGENTS LICENSE ACT
SB 957 76-0 (1999)
Author: Madla, FrankSponsor: Eiland, Craig | et. al.
Relating to the licensing of certain persons who provide services related to the business of insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/99
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|RENTAL CARS
HB 1552 75-0 (1997)
Author: Counts, David
Relating to the authority of the commissioner of insurance to adopt rules for general application.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
HB 1901 75-0 (1997)
Author: Lewis, GlennSponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to certain sanctions imposed by the commissioner of insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/97
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
HB 2062 75-0 (1997)
Author: Van de Putte, LeticiaSponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to rate proceedings before the commissioner of insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/97
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
HB 2886 75-0 (1997)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to certain rules and regulations adopted by the commissioner of insurance with respect to title insurance.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 1256 75-0 (1997)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to certain rules and regulations adopted by the commissioner of insurance with respect to title insurance.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 1894 75-0 (1997)
Author: Sibley, David
Relating to the authority of the Commissioner of Insurance to adopt rules for general application.
House: Insurance Senate: Economic Development
No action taken in committee
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
HB 2952 74-0 (1995)
Author: Patterson, PeteSponsor: Cain, David
Relating to the procedure for service of process, notice, or demand on the commissioner of insurance.
House: Insurance Senate: Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/95
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
HB 2960 74-0 (1995)
Author: Counts, DavidSponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the liquidation of insolvent insurers, the commissioner of insurance in his statutory capacity as receiver, and the insurance guaranty associations.
House: Insurance Senate: Economic Development
Effective immediately
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 829 74-0 (1995)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the establishment of market assistance programs by the Commissioner of Insurance.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
SB 1667 74-0 (1995)
Author: Sibley, David
Relating to the liquidation of insolvent insurers, the statutory capacity of the Commissioner of Insurance as receiver, and the insurance guaranty associations.
Senate: Economic Development
Placed on Reg. Order of Business Calendar
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1186 70-0 (1987)
Author: Berlanga, Hugo
Relating to professional liability insurance for physicians engaged in certain volunteer work; imposing a civil penalty.
House: State Affairs
Pending in subcommittee
Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|PHYSICIANS|Tort Reform
SB 188 70-0 (1987)
Author: Glasgow, Bob
Relating to market assistance programs for liability insurance.
Senate: State Affairs
Reported favorably w/o amendments
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General
HCR 104 68-0 (1983)
Author: Hill, Gerald
Granting Reliance Insurance Company permission to sue the state, the Commissioner of Insurance and the State Board of Insurance.
House: Judicial Affairs
Withdrawn by Author
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, STATE BOARD OF|RELIANCE INSURANCE COMPANY|Resolutions--Suits vs. State
SCR 70 67-0 (1981)
Author: Santiesteban, H.
Granting Allstate Insurance Company permission to sue the State of Texas.
Senate: Administration
Reported from committee favorably with amendments
ALLSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, STATE BOARD OF|Resolutions--Suits vs. State
HCR 3 67-1 (1981)
Author: Hill, Gerald
Granting Reliance Insurance Company permission to sue the state.
House: Judicial Affairs Senate: Administration, Special
Referred to Committee on Administration
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, STATE BOARD OF|RELIANCE INSURANCE COMPANY|Resolutions--Suits vs. State|STATE TREASURER
HB 133 66-0 (1979)
Author: Green, Gene
Relating to restrictions on conduct of members of the State Board of Insurance, the Commissioner of Insurance, and certain persons and entities.
House: Insurance
Considered by committee in formal meeting
Ethics|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|State Officers
HCR 109 66-0 (1979)
Author: Grant, Ben Z.
Granting permission to The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company to sue the state.
House: Judiciary
Scheduled for future calendar placement
ATTORNEY GENERAL|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, STATE BOARD OF|LINCOLN NATIONAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY|Resolutions--Suits vs. State|STATE TREASURER
SCR 43 66-0 (1979)
Author: McKnight, PeytonSponsor: Grant, Ben Z.
Granting The Lincoln National Life Insurance Company to sue the State.
House: Judiciary Senate: Administration
Signed by the Governor
ATTORNEY GENERAL|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, STATE BOARD OF|LINCOLN NATIONAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY|Resolutions--Suits vs. State|STATE TREASURER
SB 1141 65-0 (1977)
Author: Harris, O.H.
Relating to the authority of the commissioner to rescind, revoke, and reverse unauthorized transactions.
Senate: Economic Development
Considered by committee in public hearing
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1837 64-0 (1975)
Author: Cartwright, DonaldSponsor: Longoria, Raul
Relating to notification procedures to be followed by insurance companies; providing for forfeitures.
House: Insurance Senate: Economic Development
Effective in 90 days
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1964 64-0 (1975)
Author: Green, Gene
Relating to the authority of the Commissioner of Insurance to have access to books, records, etc,; establishing a procedure for request; providing for penalties.
House: Insurance
Reported from committee favorably without amendments
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 842 64-0 (1975)
Author: Farabee, RaySponsor: Green, Gene
Relating to the authority of the commissioner of insurance or his authorized assistants or representatives to have access to books and records, as enumerated in the act, of certain corporations; establishing a procedure for request; making information acquired as authorized by the Act confidential except in certain proceedings.
House: Insurance Senate: Economic Development
Reported from committee favorably without amendments
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 746 62-0 (1971)
Author: Brooks, Chet
Relating to providing the Commissioner of Insurance with authority to seize immediately the assets of a company by court order when the interests of the creditors, policy holders, or the public might be endangered by delay; denoting an offense and prescribing a penalty.
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SCR 83 62-0 (1971)
Author: Mauzy, OscarSponsor: Cavness, Don
Authorizing Tom I. McFarling for Old National Life Insurance Company, to join in any suit for title to and/or possession of securities on deposit with State Treasurer.
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, STATE BOARD OF|MCFARLING, TOM I.|OLD NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY|Resolutions--Suits vs. State|STATE TREASURER
SCR 22 60-0 (1967)
Author: Creighton, Tom
Granting Commercial Standard Fire and Marine Company permission to sue the State of Texas.
ATTORNEY GENERAL|COMMERCIAL STANDARD FIRE & MARINE COMPANY|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, STATE BOARD OF|Resolutions--Suits vs. State|STATE TREASURER
SB 288 48-0 (1943)
Author: Brownlee, J. Houghton
Relating to amending certain Acts by providing that the Commissioner shall not promulgate or put in force any order,rule, regulation, or rate without notice and hearing, and providing the procedure therefor, and providing for appeals from the action of the Commissioner to the District Courts of Travis County, Texas, and to the Appellate Courts, prescribing the method of trial and appeal.
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure
SB 289 39-0 (1925)
Author: Fairchild, I. D.
Relating to requiring insurance companies to file its classification of risks and rates with the Commissioner of Insurance.
Senate: Insurance
INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 327 38-0 (1923)
Author: Abney, Cary M. | et. al.
Relating to consolidating certain boards, commissions and departments; abolishing the Industrial Accident Board and the State Fire Insurance Commission, and conferring their duties and functions upon the Commissioner of Insurance and Banking.
INSURANCE & BANKING, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 497 38-0 (1923)
Author: Smith, John T.
Relating to amending certain law relating to the Insurance Digest of Texas, providing for the payment of a fee of $2 by each person for each certificate of authority issued, authorizing such person to write insurance in Texas.
COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 49 38-0 (1923)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to creating and providing for a Department of Insurance for the State of Texas, separate and distinct from the Department of Banking of this State, to provide for the appointment, term of office, name, compensation and to prescribe the qualifications and the powers and duties of the head of such Department.
Governor|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 29 38-3 (1923)
Author: Floyd, Charles Richard
Relating to changing the name and title of the Commissioner of Insurance and Banking to "Commissioner of Insurance," and providing that the Department administered by such officer shall be known as the "Department of Insurance" instead of the "Department of Insurance and Banking".
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SJR 13 35-0 (1917)
Author: Smith, Lon A. | et. al.
Proposing an amendment to create the office of Commissioner of Insurance.
INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments|State Officers
