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HB 90 88-0 (2023) Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al. 		Relating to benefits for certain members of the Texas military forces and survivors of members of the Texas military forces. House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Senate: Finance 		Effective on 9/1/23 ATTORNEY GENERAL|BISHOP EVANS ACT|DIVISION OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION, TEXAS DEPT. OF INSURANCE|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|Military & Veterans|MILITARY DEPARTMENT, TEXAS|NATIONAL GUARD, TEXAS|State Employees|STATE GUARD, TEXAS
HB 340 88-0 (2023) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al. Relating to the requirement and study of insurance coverage for serious emotional disturbance of a child. House: Insurance Received from the House INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|Minors--Health & Safety
HB 500 88-0 (2023) Author: Bonnen, Greg Relating to supplemental appropriations and reductions in appropriations and giving direction and adjustment authority regarding appropriations. House: Appropriations Referred to Appropriations AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|ATTORNEY GENERAL|BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE|CAPITAL AND FORENSIC WRITS, OFFICE OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF|EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS)|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|FEDERAL RELATIONS|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS |INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS|LAMAR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY|LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--ORANGE|LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--PORT ARTHUR|LAMAR UNIVERSITY|LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MILITARY DEPARTMENT, TEXAS|MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|RAILROAD COMMISSION|Retirement Systems--Teachers|SECRETARY OF STATE|STATE EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON|State Employees|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Management & Control|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS|STATE PENSION REVIEW BOARD|STATE PRESERVATION BOARD|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY AT GALVESTON|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN |UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 652 88-0 (2023) Author: Johnson, Julie | et. al. Relating to the development and implementation of the Live Well Texas program and the expansion of Medicaid eligibility to provide health benefit coverage to certain individuals; imposing penalties. House: Health Care Reform, Select Referred to Health Care Reform, Select HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICAID
HB 1040 88-0 (2023) Author: Paul, Dennis
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith 		Relating to the authority of entities regulated by the Texas Department of Insurance to conduct business electronically. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/23 Electronic Information Systems|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1237 88-0 (2023) Author: VanDeaver, Gary Relating to the salary reclassification of certain positions with the Texas Department of Insurance State Fire Marshal's Office. House: Appropriations Referred to Appropriations Fire Fighters & Police--General|FIRE MARSHAL|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Salaries & Expenses
HB 1239 88-0 (2023) Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al. Relating to consideration by insurers of certain prohibited criteria for ratemaking and coverage decisions and the use of disparate impact analysis regarding certain insurance practices. House: Insurance Returned to committee by Calendars Committee INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
HB 2252 88-0 (2023) Author: Turner, Chris Relating to the regulation of trampoline courts; authorizing fees; creating criminal offenses. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance Amusements, Games, Sports|Crimes--Miscellaneous|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Law Enforcement|Safety
HB 2259 88-0 (2023) Author: Cain, Briscoe
Sponsor: Middleton, Mayes 		Relating to the sale and purchase of retail fireworks permits. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/23 Amusements, Games, Sports|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INTERNET|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PERMITS|Safety--Fireworks
HB 2355 88-0 (2023) Author: Cortez, Philip Relating to the acceptance of gifts, grants, and donations by the Texas Department of Insurance and the office of public insurance counsel for employee training or education. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Referred to Business & Commerce GIFTS & DONATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 2752 88-0 (2023) Author: Schaefer, Matt Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Insurance to adopt rules that implement or are based on certain environmental, social, and governance models, ratings, or standards. House: Insurance Committee report sent to Calendars INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|STATE AGENCIES' RULES
HB 3081 88-0 (2023) Author: Harrison, Brian Relating to the deregulation of certain activities and occupations. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Referred directly to subcommittee by chair ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|AUCTIONS & AUCTIONEERS|ELECTRICIANS & ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--General|Labor--Workers' Compensation|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3195 88-0 (2023) Author: Bonnen, Greg Relating to conduct of insurers providing preferred provider benefit plans with respect to physician and health care provider contracts and claims. House: Insurance
Senate: Health & Human Services 		Referred to Health & Human Services AUDITS & AUDITORS|EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS|Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES|PHYSICIANS
HB 3196 88-0 (2023) Author: Johnson, Ann Relating to prompt payment deadlines for health benefit plan claims affected by a catastrophic event. House: Insurance Laid on the table subject to call Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Health Care Providers|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3226 88-0 (2023) Author: Allison, Steve Relating to the development and implementation of the Live Well Texas program to provide health benefit coverage to certain individuals; imposing penalties. House: Health Care Reform, Select Referred to Health Care Reform, Select COMPETITIVE BIDDING|FEDERAL RELATIONS|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health Care Providers|Health--General|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICAID|Purchasing--State
HB 3317 88-0 (2023) Author: Frank, James B. | et. al. Relating to programs established and operated by federally qualified health centers to provide primary care access to certain employees. House: Health Care Reform, Select Laid on the table subject to call Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|FEDERAL RELATIONS|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health Care Providers|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Labor--Health & Safety
HB 3326 88-0 (2023) Author: Goodwin, Vikki Relating to the development of an extreme weather adaptation plan by certain entities. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|DROUGHT|ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT)|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|FLOODS|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Legislature|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 4123 88-0 (2023) Author: Guillen, Ryan
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith 		Relating to access to and use of certain criminal history record information. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective immediately ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF|ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS|APPRAISER LICENSING & CERTIFICATION BOARD, TEXAS|ARCHITECTS & ARCHITECTURE|ARCHITECTURAL EXAMINERS, BOARD OF|ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES|BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EXECUTIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|CONSUMER CREDIT COMMISSIONER, OFFICE OF|CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS|Courts--Appellate|Courts--Personnel|CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF|CRIMINAL RECORDS|DENTAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--Private|Education--School Districts|EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|EXECUTIVE COUNCIL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EXAMINERS|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION|FIRE MARSHAL|FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS|GUARDIANS & WARDS|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INTERIOR DESIGNERS|JUDICIAL BRANCH CERTIFICATION COMMISSION|LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS|MARRIAGE & FAMILY COUNSELING & COUNSELORS|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS|MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Nursing Homes|NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF|PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS|PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS & LAND SURVEYORS, TEXAS BOARD OF|PROFESSIONAL GEOSCIENTISTS, TEXAS BOARD OF|PSYCHOLOGISTS|PSYCHOLOGISTS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF|PUBLIC ACCOUNTANCY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS|REAL ESTATE APPRAISERS|REAL ESTATE BROKERS|REAL ESTATE INSPECTORS|REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS|SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|SUPREME COURT|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|TEXAS OPTOMETRY BOARD|TEXAS REAL ESTATE COMMISSION|VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF|VOLUNTEERS
HB 4352 88-0 (2023) Author: Harrison, Brian Relating to hospital-owned outpatient facilities, including the adoption of site-neutral reimbursement rates under Medicaid. House: Health Care Reform, Select Referred to Health Care Reform, Select HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Hospitals|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MEDICAID
HB 4498 88-0 (2023) Author: Cook, David | et. al. Relating to the transfer and statutory novation of insurance policies from a transferring insurer to an assuming insurer through an insurance business transfer plan; authorizing fees. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Referred to Business & Commerce Courts--Civil Procedure|INSURANCE BUSINESS TRANSFER ACT|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
HB 4573 88-0 (2023) Author: Goldman, Craig Relating to the issuance of a permit by the commissioner of the General Land Office for a wind power facility on coastal public land; authorizing a fee; providing a civil penalty. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Coastal Affairs & Beaches|ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT)|Energy--Wind|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|GENERAL LAND OFFICE COMMISSIONER|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PERMITS|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|RAILROAD COMMISSION|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4655 88-0 (2023) Author: Thimesch, Kronda Relating to the establishment of the vulnerable adult protection task force. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services 		Referred to Health & Human Services Aging|BANKING, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Disabilities, Persons with|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Interim Studies|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|VULNERABLE ADULT PROTECTION TASK FORCE
HB 4713 88-0 (2023) Author: Plesa, Mihaela | et. al. Relating to group health benefit plan coverage for early treatment of first episode psychosis. House: Insurance
Senate: Health & Human Services 		Referred to Health & Human Services INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICAID|Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4793 88-0 (2023) Author: Anchía, Rafael Relating to the development of a severe weather adaptation plan by certain entities. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT)|Electronic Information Systems|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 5094 88-0 (2023) Author: Bell, Cecil Relating to the administration of the financial responsibility verification program. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance ATTORNEY GENERAL|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
SB 30 88-0 (2023) Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Sponsor: Bonnen, Greg 		Relating to supplemental appropriations and reductions in appropriations and giving direction and adjustment authority regarding appropriations. House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance 		Effective immediately AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|ATTORNEY GENERAL|BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE|CAPITAL AND FORENSIC WRITS, OFFICE OF|COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|DEAF, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF|EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS)|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|FEDERAL RELATIONS|FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS |INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS|LAMAR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY|LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--ORANGE|LAMAR STATE COLLEGE--PORT ARTHUR|LAMAR UNIVERSITY|LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MILITARY DEPARTMENT, TEXAS|MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|RAILROAD COMMISSION|Retirement Systems--Teachers|SECRETARY OF STATE|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Management & Control|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS|STATE PENSION REVIEW BOARD|STATE PRESERVATION BOARD|TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY AT GALVESTON|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|TREASURY SAFEKEEPING TRUST COMPANY, TEXAS|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN |UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT TYLER |WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 153 88-0 (2023) Author: Springer, Drew Relating to proof of insurance and database requirements for operator's and certain exclusionary automobile insurance policies. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
SB 167 88-0 (2023) Author: Springer, Drew Relating to a pool for certain individuals with claims against persons excluded from coverage by certain automobile insurance policies; authorizing an assessment. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
SB 195 88-0 (2023) Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al. Relating to the development and implementation of the Live Well Texas program and the expansion of Medicaid eligibility to provide health benefit coverage to certain individuals; imposing penalties. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICAID
SB 344 88-0 (2023) Author: Johnson, Nathan Relating to the creation of the Texas Health Insurance Exchange and premium assistance and cost-sharing reduction programs; authorizing a fee. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services 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|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 457 88-0 (2023) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to disclosure requirements for health benefit plans and health expense arrangements marketed to individuals. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Reform
SB 1140 88-0 (2023) Author: Schwertner, Charles
Sponsor: Oliverson, Tom 		Relating to the adequacy and effectiveness of managed care plan networks. House: Insurance
Senate: Health & Human Services 		Placed on General State Calendar Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MANAGED CARE|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF
SB 1220 88-0 (2023) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to group health benefit plan coverage for early treatment of first episode psychosis. Senate: Health & Human Services Left pending in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICAID|Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1286 88-0 (2023) Author: Schwertner, Charles
Sponsor: Johnson, Ann 		Relating to prompt payment deadlines for health benefit plan claims affected by a catastrophic event. House: Insurance
Senate: Health & Human Services 		Effective on 9/1/23 Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Health Care Providers|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1298 88-0 (2023) Author: Hughes, Bryan Relating to requests for arbitration of certain billing disputes between health benefit plan issuers or administrators and out-of-network facilities. Senate: Health & Human Services Left pending in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION
SB 1303 88-0 (2023) Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al. Relating to the issuance of a permit by the commissioner of the General Land Office for a wind power facility on coastal public land; authorizing a fee; providing a civil penalty. Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development Coastal Affairs & Beaches|ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT)|Energy--Wind|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|GENERAL LAND OFFICE COMMISSIONER|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PERMITS|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION
SB 1581 88-0 (2023) Author: Bettencourt, Paul Relating to the establishment of the Texas Health Insurance Mandate Advisory Collaborative; authorizing a fee. Senate: Health & Human Services Received from the Senate INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Legislature|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON
SB 1659 88-0 (2023) Author: Schwertner, Charles
Sponsor: Holland, Justin | et. al. 		Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process. House: State Affairs
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective immediately AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION, TEXAS STATE|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|APPRAISER LICENSING & CERTIFICATION BOARD, TEXAS|ARCHITECTURAL EXAMINERS, BOARD OF|BANDERA COUNTY RIVER AUTHORITY & GROUNDWATER DISTRICT|BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EXECUTIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|BOARD OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EXAMINERS, TEXAS|BOARD OF PHYSICAL THERAPY EXAMINERS, TEXAS|BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY|CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF|CREDIT UNION COMMISSION|CREDIT UNION DEPARTMENT|DENTAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF|DIVISION OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION, TEXAS DEPT. OF INSURANCE|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE|EXECUTIVE COUNCIL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EXAMINERS|EXPANDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES COUNCIL|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|GULF COAST PROTECTION DISTRICT|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|INJURED EMPLOYEE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON|JUDICIAL BRANCH CERTIFICATION COMMISSION|JUDICIAL CONDUCT, STATE COMMISSION ON|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS|NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF|OFFICIAL COTTON GROWERS' BOLL WEEVIL ERADICATION FOUNDATION, BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE |PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PEDIATRIC ACUTE-ONSET NEUROPSYCHIATRIC SYNDROME ADVISORY COUNCIL|PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|PREPAID HIGHER EDUCATION TUITION BOARD|PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS & LAND SURVEYORS, TEXAS BOARD OF|PROFESSIONAL GEOSCIENTISTS, TEXAS BOARD OF|PUBLIC ACCOUNTANCY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|Retirement Systems--Teachers|STATE PENSION REVIEW BOARD|STATE PRESERVATION BOARD|SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION|Sunset--Recommended Reviews|Sunset--Review Procedures|TEXAS CIVIL COMMITMENT OFFICE|TEXAS OPTOMETRY BOARD|TEXAS REAL ESTATE COMMISSION
SB 1785 88-0 (2023) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the dissemination of criminal history record information by the Department of Public Safety. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF|ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS|APPRAISER LICENSING & CERTIFICATION BOARD, TEXAS|ARCHITECTS & ARCHITECTURE|ARCHITECTURAL EXAMINERS, BOARD OF|BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EXECUTIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS|CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|CONSUMER CREDIT COMMISSIONER, OFFICE OF|CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS|Courts--Appellate|Courts--Personnel|CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF|CRIMINAL RECORDS|DENTAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools|Education--Primary & Secondary--Private|Education--School Districts|EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|EXECUTIVE COUNCIL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EXAMINERS|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION|FIRE MARSHAL|FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS|GUARDIANS & WARDS|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INTERIOR DESIGNERS|JUDICIAL BRANCH CERTIFICATION COMMISSION|LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS|MARRIAGE & FAMILY COUNSELING & COUNSELORS|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS|MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Nursing Homes|NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF|PLUMBING EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS|PSYCHOLOGISTS|PUBLIC ACCOUNTANCY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS|REAL ESTATE APPRAISERS|REAL ESTATE BROKERS|REAL ESTATE INSPECTORS|REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS|SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|SUPREME COURT|Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts|TEXAS OPTOMETRY BOARD|TEXAS REAL ESTATE COMMISSION|VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF|VOLUNTEERS
SB 2193 88-0 (2023) Author: LaMantia, Morgan | et. al.
Sponsor: Frank, James B. | et. al. 		Relating to programs established and operated by federally qualified health centers to provide primary care access to certain employees. House: Health Care Reform, Select
Senate: Health & Human Services 		Effective immediately Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|FEDERAL RELATIONS|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health Care Providers|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Labor--Health & Safety
SB 2383 88-0 (2023) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to the development of a severe weather adaptation plan by certain entities. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|AUDITOR, STATE|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|ELECTRIC RELIABILITY COUNCIL OF TEXAS (ERCOT)|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Utilities--Electric|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
SB 2476 88-0 (2023) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Sponsor: Oliverson, Tom 		Relating to consumer protections against certain medical and health care billing by emergency medical services providers. House: Insurance
Senate: Health & Human Services 		See remarks for effective date AMBULANCES|Consumer Protection|Electronic Information Systems|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|Health--Emergency Services & Personnel|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MANAGED CARE|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION|Political Subdivisions
HB 19 88-3 (2023) Author: Oliverson, Tom Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Insurance to publish and maintain a list of certain swim schools. Filed INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Safety
SB 78 88-3 (2023) Author: Johnson, Nathan Relating to the development and implementation of the Live Well Texas program and the expansion of Medicaid eligibility to provide health benefit coverage to certain individuals; imposing penalties. Filed HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICAID
SB 17 88-4 (2023) Author: Johnson, Nathan Relating to the development and implementation of the Live Well Texas program and the expansion of Medicaid eligibility to provide health benefit coverage to certain individuals; imposing penalties. Filed HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICAID
HB 18 87-0 (2021) Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al. 		Relating to establishment of the prescription drug savings program for certain uninsured individuals. House: Insurance
Senate: Health & Human Services 		Effective on 9/1/21 DIABETES|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS|PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS|TEXAS CARES|TEXAS CARES ACT
HB 19 87-0 (2021) Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry | et. al. 		Relating to civil liability of a commercial motor vehicle owner or operator, including the effect that changes to that liability have on commercial automobile insurance. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: Transportation 		Effective on 9/1/21 ACCIDENTS|Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Courts--Civil Procedure|EVIDENCE|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 133 87-0 (2021) Author: Rose, Toni | et. al.
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al. 		Relating to the provision of certain benefits under Medicaid and the Healthy Texas Women program, including the transition of case management for children and pregnant women program services and Healthy Texas Women program services to a managed care program. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services 		Effective on 9/1/21 HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MANAGED CARE|MEDICAID|PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH|Women
HB 240 87-0 (2021) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al. Relating to the requirement and study of insurance coverage for serious emotional disturbance of a child. House: Insurance Placed on General State Calendar Health--Children's Insurance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|Minors--Health & Safety
HB 331 87-0 (2021) Author: Talarico, James Relating to establishing a universal maternal home visiting program. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Minors--Health & Safety|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Women
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 1460 87-0 (2021) Author: Oliverson, Tom Relating to regulation of air ambulance subscription providers by the Department of State Health Services. House: Insurance Committee report sent to Calendars AMBULANCES|Consumer Protection|Health--Emergency Services & Personnel|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|INTERNET|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 1634 87-0 (2021) Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al. Relating to the regulation of call centers; providing a civil penalty. House: Business & Industry Left pending in committee Business & Commerce--General|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
HB 1752 87-0 (2021) Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles 		Relating to benefit review conferences under the Texas workers' compensation system. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective immediately Electronic Information Systems|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|VIDEOCONFERENCING
HB 1777 87-0 (2021) Author: Oliverson, Tom
Sponsor: 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 1860 87-0 (2021) Author: Cyrier, John Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee AUDITOR, STATE|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|DIVISION OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION, TEXAS DEPT. OF INSURANCE|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS|INJURED EMPLOYEE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LOW-LEVEL RADIOACTIVE WASTE DISPOSAL COMPACT COMMISSION, TEXAS|Open Meetings|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF|SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION|Sunset--Commission Bills|TELECONFERENCING|TEXAS REAL ESTATE COMMISSION|VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF|VIDEOCONFERENCING
HB 1864 87-0 (2021) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Insurance and the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association to issue certificates of compliance for association coverage. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
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 1949 87-0 (2021) Author: Crockett, Jasmine Relating to information on projected changes in weather, water availability, and climate variability in strategic plans of certain state agencies. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS|Water--General
HB 1956 87-0 (2021) Author: Beckley, Michelle | et. al. Relating to information on projected changes in weather, water availability, and climate variability in strategic plans of certain state agencies. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS|Water--General
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 2017 87-0 (2021) Author: Thierry, Shawn Relating to information on projected changes in weather, water availability, and climate variability in strategic plans of certain state agencies. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS|Water--General
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 2176 87-0 (2021) Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al. Relating to the reporting and expiration dates of a temporary health insurance risk pool administered by the commissioner of insurance. House: Insurance Left pending in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 2192 87-0 (2021) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to the salary reclassification of certain positions with the Texas Department of Insurance State Fire Marshal's Office. House: Appropriations Referred to Appropriations Fire Fighters & Police--General|FIRE MARSHAL|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Salaries & Expenses
HB 2267 87-0 (2021) Author: Paul, Dennis
Sponsor: 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 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 2819 87-0 (2021) Author: Smithee, John
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert 		Relating to temporary licenses for insurance professionals. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/21 INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 2981 87-0 (2021) Author: Oliverson, Tom Relating to establishment of the prescription drug savings program for certain uninsured individuals. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS|PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS|PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS|TEXAS CARES ACT
HB 3246 87-0 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to information on projected changes in weather, water availability, and climate variability in strategic plans of certain state agencies. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS|Water--General
HB 3564 87-0 (2021) Author: Paul, Dennis
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry 		Relating to the authority of the Texas Department of Insurance to rescind a certificate of compliance issued for an improvement for purposes of coverage through the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association. House: Insurance
Senate: Jurisprudence 		Effective immediately INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 3754 87-0 (2021) Author: Oliverson, Tom Relating to regulation of the pledge or encumbrance of an insurer's assets under the Asset Protection Act. House: Insurance Laid on the table subject to call INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens|Property Interests--Trusts
HB 3871 87-0 (2021) Author: Johnson, Julie | et. al. Relating to the development and implementation of the Live Well Texas program to provide health benefit coverage to certain individuals; imposing penalties. House: Human Services Referred to Human Services HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICAID
HB 4030 87-0 (2021) Author: Smithee, John
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly 		Relating to the licensing and regulation of insurance professionals. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/21 INSURANCE ADJUSTERS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 4115 87-0 (2021) Author: Oliverson, Tom Relating to consumer protections against certain medical and health care billing by out-of-network ground ambulance service providers. House: Insurance Left pending in committee AMBULANCES|Consumer Protection|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 4178 87-0 (2021) Author: Fierro, Art Relating to information on projected changes in weather, water availability, and climate variability in strategic plans of certain state agencies. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS|Water--General
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 4210 87-0 (2021) Author: Paul, Dennis
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly 		Relating to the authority of entities regulated by the Texas Department of Insurance to conduct business electronically. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Removed from local & uncontested calendar Electronic Information Systems|EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
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
SB 51 87-0 (2021) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al. Relating to the requirement and study of insurance coverage for serious emotional disturbance of a child. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Health--Children's Insurance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|Minors--Health & Safety
SB 117 87-0 (2021) Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al. Relating to the development and implementation of the Live Well Texas program to provide health benefit coverage to certain individuals; imposing penalties. Senate: Health & Human Services Co-author authorized HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICAID
SB 245 87-0 (2021) Author: Schwertner, Charles Relating to the adequacy and effectiveness of managed care plan networks. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MANAGED CARE|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF
SB 306 87-0 (2021) Author: Eckhardt, Sarah Relating to information on projected changes in weather, water availability, and climate variability in strategic plans of certain state agencies. Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS|Water--General
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 713 87-0 (2021) Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Sponsor: Cyrier, John 		Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process. House: State Affairs
Senate: Administration 		Effective immediately AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION, TEXAS STATE|ANATOMICAL BOARD, STATE OF TEXAS|APPRAISER LICENSING & CERTIFICATION BOARD, TEXAS|AUDITOR, STATE|CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|DIVISION OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION, TEXAS DEPT. OF INSURANCE|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM OFFICE, TEXAS|EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|INJURED EMPLOYEE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LOW-LEVEL RADIOACTIVE WASTE DISPOSAL COMPACT COMMISSION, TEXAS|Open Meetings|PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS|SAN JACINTO RIVER AUTHORITY|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF|SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION|Sunset--Commission Bills|TELECONFERENCING|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|TEXAS REAL ESTATE COMMISSION|VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF|VIDEOCONFERENCING
SB 874 87-0 (2021) Author: Hancock, Kelly
Sponsor: Oliverson, Tom 		Relating to the reporting and expiration dates of a temporary health insurance risk pool administered by the commissioner of insurance. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective immediately INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 999 87-0 (2021) Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Sponsor: Oliverson, Tom 		Relating to consumer protections against and county and municipal authority regarding certain medical and health care billing by ambulance service providers. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Committee report sent to Calendars AMBULANCES|Consumer Protection|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT 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 1141 87-0 (2021) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to group health benefit plan coverage for early treatment of first episode psychosis. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Substance Abuse
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 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 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 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, Kelly
Sponsor: 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 1810 87-0 (2021) Author: Hancock, Kelly Relating to the licensing and regulation of insurance professionals. Senate: Business & Commerce Left pending in committee INSURANCE ADJUSTERS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
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
HB 48 87-1 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to information on projected changes in weather, water availability, and climate variability in strategic plans of certain state agencies. Filed AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS|Water--General
HB 57 87-3 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to information on projected changes in weather, water availability, and climate variability in strategic plans of certain state agencies. Filed AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS|Water--General
SB 41 87-3 (2021) Author: Johnson, Nathan Relating to the development and implementation of the Live Well Texas program to provide health benefit coverage to certain individuals; imposing penalties. Filed HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDICAID
HB 100 86-0 (2019) Author: Johnson, Eric Relating to information on projected changes in weather and water availability in strategic plans of certain state agencies. House: Natural Resources Referred to Natural Resources AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|STATE CLIMATOLOGIST, TEXAS|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 501 86-0 (2019) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the requirement and study of insurance coverage for serious emotional disturbance of a child. House: Insurance Considered in Calendars INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|Minors--Health & Safety
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 701 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al. Relating to the regulation of call centers; providing a civil penalty. House: Business & Industry Committee report sent to Calendars Business & Commerce--General|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
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 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, Greg
Sponsor: 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 1946 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to the workers' compensation classification system and rate filings. House: Business & Industry Referred to Business & Industry INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 2102 86-0 (2019) Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Sponsor: 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 2207 86-0 (2019) Author: Shine, Hugh | et. al. Relating to reimbursement of federal military treatment facilities under the workers' compensation system. House: Business & Industry Placed on General State Calendar INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|Military & Veterans
HB 2289 86-0 (2019) Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al. Relating to the regulation of amusement rides by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, including the creation of the amusement ride regulation advisory board; providing authority to increase a fee. House: Insurance Committee report sent to Calendars Amusements, Games, Sports|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 2325 86-0 (2019) Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al.
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly 		Relating to information and communication of governmental and other entities regarding disasters and health and human services. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/19 9-1-1 EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER|City Government--General|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|County Government--General|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|Electronic Information Systems|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, DIVISION OF THE DEPT. OF PUBLIC SAFETY|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INFORMATION & REFERRAL NETWORK, TEXAS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INTERNET|Political Subdivisions|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE|TEXAS A&M ENGINEERING EXTENSION SERVICE|TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|VOLUNTEERS
HB 2816 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Sponsor: 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 2820 86-0 (2019) Author: Flynn, Dan
Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan 		Relating to the registration and certification of certain investment products made available to public school employees. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Senate: State Affairs 		Effective on 9/1/19 INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Retirement Systems--Teachers
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 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 3299 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to the applicability of mediation requirements for balance billing to certain health benefit plans. House: Insurance Left pending in committee Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION
HB 3325 86-0 (2019) Author: Oliverson, Tom Relating to the administration of a temporary health insurance risk pool. House: Insurance Left pending in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
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 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 4277 86-0 (2019) Author: Davis, Yvonne Relating to the establishment of the consumer complaint review panel by the State Office of Administrative Hearings to conduct certain insurance appeals. House: Insurance Left pending in committee ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Protection of Personal Information
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 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
SB 314 86-0 (2019) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al. Relating to the requirement and study of insurance coverage for serious emotional disturbance of a child. Senate: Business & Commerce Co-author authorized INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|Minors--Health & Safety
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 766 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain employees of fire protection sprinkler system contractors; providing a penalty; imposing a fee; requiring occupational licenses. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce FIRE EXTINGUISHERS & FIRE EXTINGUISHER SYSTEMS|FIRE MARSHAL|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|Protection of Personal Information
SB 935 86-0 (2019) Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Sponsor: Shine, Hugh | et. al. 		Relating to reimbursement of federal military treatment facilities under the workers' compensation system. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/19 INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|Military & Veterans|WORKERS COMPENSATION, COMMISSIONER OF
SB 1169 86-0 (2019) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the payment of insurance deductibles related to property insurance policies; creating criminal offenses. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Business & Commerce--General|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
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 1336 86-0 (2019) Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Beckley, Michelle | et. al. 		Relating to the workers' compensation classification system and rate filings. House: Business & Industry
Senate: Business & Commerce 		See remarks for effective date INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Labor--Workers' Compensation
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 1495 86-0 (2019) Author: Paxton, Angela Relating to the regulation of amusement rides by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Amusements, Games, Sports|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF|LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1509 86-0 (2019) Author: Schwertner, Charles Relating to the adequacy and effectiveness of managed care plan networks. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MANAGED CARE|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF
SB 1530 86-0 (2019) Author: Hancock, Kelly
Sponsor: Lucio III, Eddie 		Relating to the applicability of mediation requirements for balance billing to certain health benefit plans. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Corrected committee report sent to Calendars Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION
SB 1584 86-0 (2019) Author: Hughes, Bryan
Sponsor: Paul, Dennis 		Relating to satisfaction of continuing education requirements for certain insurance adjusters. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/19 CONTINUING EDUCATION|INSURANCE ADJUSTERS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1742 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Sponsor: Johnson, Julie 		Relating to physician and health care provider directories, preauthorization, utilization review, independent review, and peer review for certain health benefit plans and workers' compensation coverage. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/19 Health Care Providers|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Interim Studies|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|PHYSICIANS|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
SB 1881 86-0 (2019) Author: Alvarado, Carol Relating to the regulation of call centers; providing a civil penalty. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Business & Commerce--General|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
SB 1940 86-0 (2019) Author: Hancock, Kelly
Sponsor: Oliverson, Tom 		Relating to the administration of a temporary health insurance risk pool. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective immediately INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1977 86-0 (2019) Author: Hughes, Bryan Relating to the registration and certification of certain investment products made available to public school employees. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Retirement Systems--Teachers
SB 2069 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to the development of a climate adaptation plan by certain entities. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Environment--General|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Legislature|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
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 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 2305 86-0 (2019) Author: Taylor, Larry
Sponsor: Bonnen, Greg 		Relating to certain functions of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and a study regarding a merger of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and the Fair Access to Insurance Requirements Plan; authorizing a penalty. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Placed on General State Calendar FAIR ACCESS TO INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS (FAIR) PLAN ASSOC|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
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
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 336 85-0 (2017) Author: Collier, Nicole Relating to the duties and powers of the office of public insurance counsel concerning the adequacy of networks offered in this state by managed care plans. House: Insurance Left pending in committee Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MANAGED CARE|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF
HB 773 85-0 (2017) Author: Johnson, Eric | et. al. Relating to information on projected changes in weather, water availability, and climate variability in strategic plans of certain state agencies. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|CLIMATOLOGY & CLIMATOLOGISTS|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS|Water--General
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 1197 85-0 (2017) Author: Paul, Dennis
Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon 		Relating to the training period for a temporary insurance agent's license. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective immediately INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1297 85-0 (2017) Author: Frullo, John Relating to a specialty certification for insurance agents who have completed certain training regarding self-insured health benefit plans. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Referred to Business & Commerce INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1587 85-0 (2017) Author: Lozano, J. M. Relating to the appeal of decisions by the Texas Department of Insurance regarding issuance of certain certificates of compliance under the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association Act. House: Insurance Withdrawn from schedule INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 1599 85-0 (2017) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al. Relating to the requirement and study of insurance coverage for serious emotional disturbance of a child. House: Public Health Committee report sent to Calendars INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2096 85-0 (2017) Author: Price, Four Relating to access to and benefits for mental health conditions and substance use disorders. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2144 85-0 (2017) Author: Davis, Yvonne Relating to disclosure of foreign ownership of insurers authorized to engage in the business of insurance in this state. House: Insurance Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm. COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2149 85-0 (2017) Author: Davis, Yvonne Relating to availability of audited financial reports of insurance companies on the Texas Department of Insurance website. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance AUDITS & AUDITORS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
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 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 2542 85-0 (2017) Author: Anderson, Rodney
Sponsor: Taylor, Larry 		Relating to notice to certain insurers by the Texas Department of Insurance regarding supervision or conservatorship of certain insurance agents. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/17 CONSERVATORSHIP|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
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 2630 85-0 (2017) Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio Relating to the reporting of certain claims information by certain insurers and health benefit plan issuers to the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2668 85-0 (2017) Author: Wray, John | et. al. Relating to a mechanic's or materialman's lien for retained funds under certain construction contracts. House: Business & Industry Committee report sent to Calendars INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MATERIALMEN'S LIENS|MECHANICS' LIENS|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens|Property Interests--Real Property
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 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 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 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 3703 85-0 (2017) Author: Gooden, Lance Relating to waiver of continuing education requirements for certain insurance adjusters. House: Insurance Placed on General State Calendar CONTINUING EDUCATION|INSURANCE ADJUSTERS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 3797 85-0 (2017) Author: Alonzo, Roberto Relating to the regulation of call centers; providing a civil penalty. House: Business & Industry Referred to Business & Industry Business & Commerce--General|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
HB 4178 85-0 (2017) Author: Cook, Byron Relating to disclosure of certain health care costs and shared savings between certain health benefit plans and state employees. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE|Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Public Employees|State Employees
SB 237 85-0 (2017) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain employees of fire protection sprinkler system contractors; providing a penalty; imposing a fee; requiring occupational licenses. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce FIRE EXTINGUISHERS & FIRE EXTINGUISHER SYSTEMS|FIRE MARSHAL|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 519 85-0 (2017) Author: Creighton, Brandon Relating to the training period for a temporary insurance agent's license. Senate: Business & Commerce Left pending in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 770 85-0 (2017) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to a specialty certification for insurance agents who have completed certain training regarding self-insured health benefit plans. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 860 85-0 (2017) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to access to and benefits for mental health conditions and substance use disorders. Senate: Business & Commerce Committee report printed and distributed HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1449 85-0 (2017) Author: Taylor, Larry
Sponsor: Bonnen, Greg 		Relating to an insurer's compliance with National Association of Insurance Commissioners requirements. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Committee report sent to Calendars INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Legislature|STATE AGENCIES' RULES
SB 1935 85-0 (2017) Author: Hughes, Bryan Relating to disclosure of certain health care costs and shared savings between certain health benefit plans and state employees. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE|Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Public Employees|State Employees
SB 2073 85-0 (2017) Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al. Relating to a mechanic's or materialman's lien for retained funds under certain construction contracts. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MATERIALMEN'S LIENS|MECHANICS' LIENS|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens|Property Interests--Real Property
HB 126 85-1 (2017) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the requirement and study of insurance coverage for serious emotional disturbance of a child. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|Minors--Health & Safety
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 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 817 84-0 (2015) Author: Turner, Chris | et. al. Relating to the contingent establishment of a health benefit exchange tailored to the needs of the state. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance ATTORNEY GENERAL|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|State Finances--Appropriations
HB 818 84-0 (2015) Author: Turner, Chris | et. al. Relating to the establishment of a health benefit exchange tailored to the needs of the state. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|State Finances--Appropriations
HB 1482 84-0 (2015) Author: Sheets, Kenneth Relating to public information regarding workers' compensation insurance rate filings. House: Insurance Left pending in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Labor--Workers' Compensation|Open Records
HB 1524 84-0 (2015) Author: Farrar, Jessica Relating to the languages in which certain labor and employment notices and forms must be provided. House: Business & Industry Committee report sent to Calendars INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--General|Labor--Management Relations|Labor--Unemployment|Labor--Workers' Compensation|PUBLIC NOTICE|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1624 84-0 (2015) Author: Smithee, John
Sponsor: 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 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 1947 84-0 (2015) Author: Meyer, Morgan | et. al.
Sponsor: Taylor, Van 		Relating to licenses for insurance agents and adjusters. House: Insurance
Senate: Administration 		Placed on intent calendar Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 2145 84-0 (2015) Author: Smithee, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon 		Relating to provisional authority for certain individual insurance license applicants to act as insurance agents; authorizing a fee; requiring an occupational provisional permit; adding provisions that may be subject to a criminal penalty. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/15 INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PERMITS
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 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 2491 84-0 (2015) Author: Pickett, Joseph
Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin 		Relating to licensing and appointment of title insurance escrow officers; changing the limit applicable to a fee; authorizing a fee. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/15 ESCROW|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 2587 84-0 (2015) Author: Oliveira, René | et. al. Relating to a study regarding employers who do not participate in and injured employees who are not covered under the workers' compensation system. House: Business & Industry Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 2749 84-0 (2015) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to coverage of certain eating disorders as serious mental illnesses under certain group health benefit plans. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION
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 3085 84-0 (2015) Author: Collier, Nicole Relating to the duties and powers of the office of public insurance counsel concerning the adequacy of networks offered in this state by managed care plans. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MANAGED CARE|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF
HB 3141 84-0 (2015) Author: Lozano, J. M. Relating to the appeal of decisions by the Texas Department of Insurance regarding issuance of certain certificates of compliance under the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association Act. House: Insurance Left pending in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
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 3263 84-0 (2015) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to the authority of a municipality to regulate state licensees. House: Urban Affairs Left pending in committee City Government--General|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|FINANCE COMMISSION OF TEXAS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|RAILROAD COMMISSION
HB 3385 84-0 (2015) Author: Davis, Yvonne Relating to the regulation of call centers; providing a civil penalty. House: Business & Industry Referred to Business & Industry Business & Commerce--General|Communications & Press|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3697 84-0 (2015) Author: Landgraf, Brooks Relating to a study by the Texas Department of Insurance to research and evaluate claims data and the recovery of attorney's fees in first-party insurance claims. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance ATTORNEY'S FEES|Courts--Justice|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
HB 3872 84-0 (2015) Author: Paul, Dennis
Sponsor: 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 3919 84-0 (2015) Author: Klick, Stephanie Relating to prior authorization from a health benefit plan issuer to obtain health care services under the health benefit plan. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance Health Care Providers|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|THERAPEUTIC OPTOMETRISTS
HB 4096 84-0 (2015) Author: Elkins, Gary Relating to the establishment of a pilot program for the electronic transmission of certain subrogation claims. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles
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 77 84-0 (2015) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the development of a climate adaptation plan by certain entities. Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Environment--General|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Legislature|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
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 594 84-0 (2015) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to the provision of certain information by a title insurance company to a buyer of residential real estate. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Property Interests--Homestead|Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 783 84-0 (2015) Author: Eltife, Kevin
Sponsor: Frullo, John 		Relating to the development of antifraud educational programs by the Texas Department of Insurance and acceptance of gifts, grants, and donations for the department's fraud unit. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/15 FRAUD|GIFTS & DONATIONS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Reform
SB 784 84-0 (2015) Author: Eltife, Kevin
Sponsor: 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, Kevin
Sponsor: 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 978 84-0 (2015) Author: Creighton, Brandon
Sponsor: Sheets, Kenneth 		Relating to public information regarding workers' compensation insurance rate filings. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/15 INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Labor--Workers' Compensation|Open Records
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 1427 84-0 (2015) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Sponsor: Smithee, John 		Relating to authorizing an insurer's deposit of certain money and other assets with the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/15 INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
SB 1478 84-0 (2015) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to coverage of certain eating disorders as serious mental illnesses under certain group health benefit plans. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Substance Abuse|SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION
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 1548 84-0 (2015) Author: Eltife, Kevin Relating to licensing and appointment of title insurance escrow officers; changing the limit applicable to a fee; authorizing a fee. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce ESCROW|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1649 84-0 (2015) Author: Eltife, Kevin Relating to the duties and powers of the office of public insurance counsel concerning the adequacy of networks offered in this state by managed care plans. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MANAGED CARE|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF
SB 1765 84-0 (2015) Author: Creighton, Brandon Relating to provisional authority for certain individual insurance license applicants to act as insurance agents; authorizing a fee; requiring an occupational provisional permit. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PERMITS
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 378 83-0 (2013) Author: Burnam, Lon Relating to the development of a climate adaptation plan by certain entities. House: Environmental Regulation Left pending in committee AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Environment--General|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|FOREST SERVICE, TEXAS|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Legislature|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
HB 459 83-0 (2013) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to the regulation of navigators for health benefit exchanges. House: Insurance Postponed Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident
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 930 83-0 (2013) Author: Sheets, Kenneth Relating to the effect of certain claims made under certain insurance policies. House: Insurance No action taken in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 1047 83-0 (2013) Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Sponsor: Estes, Craig 		Relating to the regulation of certain surety companies. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/13 Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
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 1136 83-0 (2013) Author: Smithee, John Relating to the amount of outstanding total liability of a mortgage guaranty insurer. House: Insurance Left pending in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens
HB 1265 83-0 (2013) Author: Guillen, Ryan
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith 		Relating to providing information to state employees about insurance available to those employees under a group coverage plan. House: Pensions
Senate: State Affairs 		Effective immediately EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS)|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|Insurance--Public Employees|INTERNET|State Employees
HB 1363 83-0 (2013) Author: Callegari, Bill Relating to certain required reports and other documents prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education. House: Government Efficiency & Reform Left pending in committee ADJUTANT GENERAL|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|ATTORNEY GENERAL|AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS, TEXAS COUNCIL ON|BOND REVIEW BOARD|CRIMINAL JUSTICE POLICY COUNCIL|DIABETES COUNCIL, TEXAS|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--State Coordination|EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS)|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|OIL-FIELD CLEANUP FUND ADVISORY COMMITTEE|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS|SUPREME COURT|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON|VETERANS' LAND BOARD|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
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 1675 83-0 (2013) Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert 		Relating to the sunset review process and certain governmental entities subject to that process. House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Senate: Transportation 		See remarks for effective date ACCOUNTANCY, STATE BOARD OF PUBLIC|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|BANKING, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|CLEAR LAKE CITY WATER AUTHORITY|CONSUMER CREDIT COMMISSIONER, OFFICE OF|COUNCIL ON PURCHASING FROM PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, TEXAS|EARLY CHILDHOOD HEALTH & NUTRITION INTERAGENCY COUNCIL|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS)|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|FINANCE COMMISSION OF TEXAS|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INJURED EMPLOYEE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INVASIVE SPECIES COORDINATING COMMITTEE, TEXAS|RAILROAD COMMISSION|REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS|SAVINGS & MORTGAGE LENDING, DEPARTMENT OF|SECURITIES BOARD, STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|SULPHUR RIVER BASIN AUTHORITY|SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION|Sunset--Commission Bills|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
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 2163 83-0 (2013) Author: Eiland, Craig
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia 		Relating to an annual assessment on insurers for the examination of insurers; imposing an assessment. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/13 INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Reform
HB 2271 83-0 (2013) Author: Morrison, Geanie Relating to an annual hurricane damage mitigation week. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means Coastal Affairs & Beaches|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM, OFFICE OF|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT DIVISION, GOVERNOR'S OFFICE|Governor|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Legislature|Taxation--Sales
HB 2352 83-0 (2013) Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al. Relating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and to catastrophe preparedness in the seacoast territories of this state; authorizing assessments, surcharges, and fees. House: Insurance Left pending in committee BUILDING CONSTRUCTION|Coastal Affairs & Beaches|Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Financial--General|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
HB 2557 83-0 (2013) Author: Sheets, Kenneth Relating to the applicability of the insurance laws of this state to certain conduct. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
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 2629 83-0 (2013) Author: Zedler, Bill Relating to the determination of the impairment rating of an employee with a lumbar injury under the workers' compensation system. House: Business & Industry Committee report sent to Calendars Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 2645 83-0 (2013) Author: Turner, Chris
Sponsor: 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 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 2726 83-0 (2013) Author: Oliveira, René Relating to disputing the certification of maximum medical improvement and evaluation of impairment rating. House: Business & Industry Left pending in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation
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 3029 83-0 (2013) Author: Fletcher, Allen
Sponsor: Paxton, Ken 		Relating to new systems and technologies for the financial responsibility verification program. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		No action taken in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
HB 3044 83-0 (2013) Author: Oliveira, René Relating to the provision of ancillary services through limited services networks; providing penalties. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Labor--Workers' Compensation|PHYSICIANS
HB 3269 83-0 (2013) Author: Smithee, John Relating to payment of and disclosures related to certain ambulatory surgical center charges. House: Insurance Committee report sent to Calendars AMBULATORY HEALTH CARE|ATTORNEY GENERAL|Electronic Information Systems|Health Care Providers|Human Services--General|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MANAGED CARE
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 3369 83-0 (2013) Author: Perry, Charles Relating to the creation of the office of inspector general. House: Government Efficiency & Reform Left pending in committee FRAUD|Governor|INSPECTOR GENERAL, OFFICE OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
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 3460 83-0 (2013) Author: Eiland, Craig
Sponsor: Carona, John 		Relating to the requirement that certain information be reported to the Texas Department of Insurance and the confidentiality of that information. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective immediately INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|Open Records
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 3620 83-0 (2013) Author: Burnam, Lon Relating to requiring the charging of fair and reasonable premiums for health care coverage of Texans. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 3660 83-0 (2013) Author: Simmons, Ron
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn 		Relating to requiring the Texas Commission on Fire Protection to conduct a study and prepare a report on administrative attachment. House: Appropriations - S/C on Budget Transparency and Reform
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security 		Senate appoints conferees-reported Fire Fighters & Police--General|FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Safety|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3697 83-0 (2013) Author: Smithee, John Relating to the deposit of assessments and fees collected for examination expenses. House: Insurance Left pending in committee Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3791 83-0 (2013) Author: Zerwas, John | et. al. 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; authorizing a fee. House: Appropriations - S/C on Budget Transparency and Reform Committee report sent to Calendars HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Legislature|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|MEDICAID|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
HB 3867 83-0 (2013) Author: Zedler, Bill Relating to the list of approved doctors for the workers' compensation system. House: Business & Industry Reported favorably w/o amendment(s) INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|PHYSICIANS
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 59 83-0 (2013) Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Sponsor: Callegari, Bill 		Relating to required reports and other documents prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education. House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Senate: Government Organization 		Effective on 9/1/13 ADJUTANT GENERAL|AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|ATTORNEY GENERAL|AUDITOR, STATE|AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS, TEXAS COUNCIL ON|BOND REVIEW BOARD|COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF|CRIMINAL JUSTICE POLICY COUNCIL|DIABETES COUNCIL, TEXAS|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|Education--Higher--Finance|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--State Coordination|EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS)|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LAW EXAMINERS, BOARD OF|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|OIL-FIELD CLEANUP FUND ADVISORY COMMITTEE|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|Retirement Systems--Teachers|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure|STATE BAR OF TEXAS|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS|STATE PENSION REVIEW BOARD|SUPREME COURT|TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE|TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON|VETERANS' LAND BOARD|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 78 83-0 (2013) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the development of a climate adaptation plan by certain entities. Senate: Natural Resources Referred to Natural Resources AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Environment--General|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|FOREST SERVICE, TEXAS|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Legislature|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
SB 84 83-0 (2013) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to regulation of health benefit plan issuers in this state. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health Care Providers|HEALTH INSURANCE EXCHANGE, TEXAS|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|Health--Children's Insurance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR|SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 147 83-0 (2013) Author: Deuell, Bob
Sponsor: Smithee, John 		Relating to the amount of outstanding total liability of a mortgage guaranty insurer. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective immediately INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens
SB 183 83-0 (2013) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Sheets, Kenneth 		Relating to certain inquiries made by the Texas Department of Insurance to insurers. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/13 INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
SB 381 83-0 (2013) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Sponsor: Oliveira, René 		Relating to the misuse of the name or symbols of the division of workers' compensation of the Texas Department of Insurance in a deceptive manner. House: Business & Industry
Senate: State Affairs 		Effective on 9/1/13 Business & Commerce--General|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--General|Labor--Workers' Compensation
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 548 83-0 (2013) Author: Hancock, Kelly Relating to the abolishment of the office of public insurance counsel. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF
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, Charles
Sponsor: 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 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 1006 83-0 (2013) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: 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 1089 83-0 (2013) Author: Hinojosa, Juan Relating to the operation of the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association and to catastrophe preparedness in the seacoast territories of this state. Senate: Business & Commerce Left pending in committee BUILDING CONSTRUCTION|Coastal Affairs & Beaches|Electronic Information Systems|Financial--General|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE|WINDSTORM INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS
SB 1196 83-0 (2013) Author: Taylor, Larry Relating to the applicability of the insurance laws of this state to certain conduct. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1216 83-0 (2013) Author: Eltife, Kevin
Sponsor: 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 1322 83-0 (2013) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Sponsor: Oliveira, René 		Relating to the provision of durable medical equipment and home health care services through informal and voluntary networks in the workers' compensation system; providing penalties. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs 		Effective on 9/1/13 INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Labor--Workers' Compensation|PHYSICIANS
SB 1367 83-0 (2013) Author: Duncan, Robert
Sponsor: 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 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 1397 83-0 (2013) Author: Estes, Craig Relating to the regulation of certain surety companies. Senate: Business & Commerce Left pending in committee Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1544 83-0 (2013) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia Relating to payment of and disclosures related to certain ambulatory surgical center charges. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs AMBULATORY HEALTH CARE|ATTORNEY GENERAL|Electronic Information Systems|Health Care Providers|Human Services--General|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MANAGED CARE
SB 1567 83-0 (2013) Author: Davis, Wendy
Sponsor: Eiland, Craig 		Relating to coverage of certain persons under an automobile insurance policy. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/13 INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
SB 1665 83-0 (2013) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Smithee, John 		Relating to the deposit of assessments and fees collected for examination expenses. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective immediately INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1672 83-0 (2013) Author: Taylor, Larry
Sponsor: 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
HB 13 82-0 (2011) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane 		Relating to the Medicaid program and alternate methods of providing health services to low-income persons in this state. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services 		Placed on intent calendar FAMILY PLANNING & BIRTH CONTROL|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MANAGED CARE|MEDICAID|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 300 82-0 (2011) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane 		Relating to the privacy of protected health information; providing administrative, civil, and criminal penalties. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services 		Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ATTORNEY GENERAL|Electronic Information Systems|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--Privacy/Use of Information|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Protection of Personal Information|TEXAS HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY
HB 625 82-0 (2011) Author: Solomons, Burt
Sponsor: Carona, John 		Relating to notice of staff leasing services company workers' compensation claim and payment information; providing an administrative violation. House: State Affairs
Senate: State Affairs 		Effective on 9/1/11 INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|STAFF LEASING SERVICES
HB 636 82-0 (2011) Author: Zerwas, John | et. al. Relating to creation of the Texas Health Insurance Connector. House: Insurance Left pending in committee HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HEALTH INSURANCE CONNECTOR, TEXAS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 758 82-0 (2011) Author: Eiland, Craig Relating to certain limitations in health benefit plans and health insurance policies. House: Insurance Left pending in committee Alcoholism & Drug Abuse|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 977 82-0 (2011) Author: Burnam, Lon Relating to the development of a climate adaptation plan by certain entities. House: State Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Environment--General|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|FOREST SERVICE, TEXAS|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Legislature|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|Utilities--General|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
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 1192 82-0 (2011) Author: Castro, Joaquin Relating to the requirement and study of insurance coverage for serious emotional disturbance of a child. House: Insurance Committee report sent to Calendars INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Mental Retardation|Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1292 82-0 (2011) Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al. Relating to coverage of certain eating disorders as serious mental illnesses under certain group health benefit plans. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Public Employees|Mental Health & Mental Retardation|SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION
HB 1772 82-0 (2011) Author: Taylor, Larry
Sponsor: 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 1872 82-0 (2011) Author: Giddings, Helen Relating to requirements regarding information to be provided to employees covered by workers' compensation health care networks. House: State Affairs
Senate: State Affairs 		Referred to State Affairs Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 1951 82-0 (2011) Author: Taylor, Larry
Sponsor: 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 1965 82-0 (2011) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Sponsor: Deuell, Bob 		Relating to the expansion of faith- and community-based health and human services initiatives. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services 		Effective immediately AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|ATTORNEY GENERAL|Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|Human Services--General|IMPROVING RELATIONS WITH NONPROFITS, TASK FORCE ON|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|NATIONAL & COMMUNITY SERVICE, STATE COMMISSION ON|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|RURAL AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF|SECRETARY OF STATE|STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF
HB 2018 82-0 (2011) Author: McClendon, Ruth Relating to certain automobile insurance loss adjustment and claims settlement practices and the collection and use of certain data by insurers regarding automobile loss and damage claims; providing administrative penalties. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Science & Technology
HB 2024 82-0 (2011) Author: McClendon, Ruth Relating to the creation of the health benefit plan innovations program in the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
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 2503 82-0 (2011) Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin 		Relating to insurance agent licenses issued to certain foreign corporations and partnerships. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/11 Corporations & Associations|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2605 82-0 (2011) Author: Taylor, Larry
Sponsor: 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 2699 82-0 (2011) Author: Eiland, Craig
Sponsor: Carona, John 		Relating to the requirements for an insurance adjuster license. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/11 INSURANCE ADJUSTERS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
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 2870 82-0 (2011) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al. Relating to the elimination of certain required reports prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education. House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Senate: Finance 		Referred to Finance ACCOUNTANCY, STATE BOARD OF PUBLIC|ACUPUNCTURE EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS|ANATOMICAL BOARD, STATE OF TEXAS|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|ARTS, TEXAS COMMISSION ON THE|ATHLETIC TRAINERS, ADVISORY BOARD OF|AUDITS & AUDITORS|BLIND, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE|BOND REVIEW BOARD|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|DEAF & HARD OF HEARING, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE|DIABETES COUNCIL, TEXAS|DIETITIANS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF|EARLY CHILDHOOD INTERVENTION, INTERAGENCY COUNCIL ON|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM, OFFICE OF|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR|EMANCIPATION JUNETEENTH CULTURAL & HISTORICAL COMMN., TEXAS|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON|JUVENILE PROBATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER STANDARDS & EDUCATION, COMMN. ON|MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS, TEXAS ST. BD. OF EXAMINERS OF|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS|MEDICAL EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|MIDWIFERY BOARD, TEXAS|NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF|OFFICE OF RURAL AFFAIRS IN DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE|ORTHOTICS & PROSTHETICS, TEXAS BOARD OF|PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|PODIATRIC MEDICAL EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|PRESERVATION BOARD, STATE|PSYCHOLOGISTS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF|PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS|RAILROAD COMMISSION|SCHOOL LAND BOARD|SOCIAL WORKER EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE COUNCIL ON COMPETITIVE GOVERNMENT|STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS|STATE PENSION REVIEW BOARD|STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF|TEXAS OPTOMETRY BOARD|TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|UNFUNDED MANDATES INTERAGENCY WORK GROUP|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS|VETERANS' LAND BOARD|YOUTH COMMISSION
HB 2924 82-0 (2011) Author: Taylor, Larry Relating to a claim filing period and contractual limitations period in certain property insurance policies. House: Insurance Committee report sent to Calendars INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 3087 82-0 (2011) Author: Smithee, John Relating to payment for services provided by certain physicians and health care providers to individuals covered by managed care plans. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MANAGED CARE|PHYSICIANS
HB 3402 82-0 (2011) Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al. Relating to regulation of health benefit plan issuers in this state. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance CHILD HEALTH PLAN|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|MANAGED CARE|MEDICAID
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 3458 82-0 (2011) Author: Eiland, Craig Relating to the registration with the Texas Department of Insurance of certain contract examiners. House: Insurance Laid on the table subject to call INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 3589 82-0 (2011) Author: Hancock, Kelly Relating to claim-handling deadlines in the event of certain weather-related catastrophes or natural disasters. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Referred to Business & Commerce Disaster Preparedness & Relief|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HCR 161 82-0 (2011) Author: Taylor, Larry
Sponsor: 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 322 82-0 (2011) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: 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 424 82-0 (2011) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the development of a climate adaptation plan by certain entities. Senate: Natural Resources Referred to Natural Resources AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Environment--General|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|FOREST SERVICE, TEXAS|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Legislature|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|Utilities--General|WATER DEVELOPMENT BOARD, TEXAS
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 574 82-0 (2011) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia Relating to the requirement and study of insurance coverage for serious emotional disturbance of a child. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Mental Health & Mental Retardation|Minors--Health & Safety
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 671 82-0 (2011) Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario Relating to the creation of a state occupational health and safety plan; establishing a maintenance tax. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Health & Safety|WORKERS' COMPENSATION COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 918 82-0 (2011) Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia 		Relating to immunity for reporting insurance fraud. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/11 Civil Remedies & Liabilities|Criminal Procedure--General|FRAUD|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
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 1179 82-0 (2011) Author: Nelson, Jane
Sponsor: Harper-Brown, Linda 		Relating to the elimination of certain required reports prepared by state agencies and institutions of higher education and other obsolete provisions of law. House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Senate: Finance 		Effective immediately ACCOUNTANCY, STATE BOARD OF PUBLIC|ACUPUNCTURE EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS|ANATOMICAL BOARD, STATE OF TEXAS|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|ARTS, TEXAS COMMISSION ON THE|ATHLETIC TRAINERS, ADVISORY BOARD OF|AUDITS & AUDITORS|BLIND, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE|BOND REVIEW BOARD|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|DEAF & HARD OF HEARING, TEXAS COMMISSION FOR THE|DIABETES COUNCIL, TEXAS|DIETITIANS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF|EARLY CHILDHOOD INTERVENTION, INTERAGENCY COUNCIL ON|ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM, OFFICE OF|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--Higher--General|Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs|EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR|EMANCIPATION JUNETEENTH CULTURAL & HISTORICAL COMMN., TEXAS|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|FACILITIES COMMISSION, TEXAS|FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS|HISTORICAL COMMISSION, TEXAS|HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON|JUVENILE PROBATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER STANDARDS & EDUCATION, COMMN. ON|MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS, TEXAS ST. BD. OF EXAMINERS OF|MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS|MEDICAL EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|MIDWIFERY BOARD, TEXAS|NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF|OFFICE OF RURAL AFFAIRS IN DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE|ORTHOTICS & PROSTHETICS, TEXAS BOARD OF|PARDONS & PAROLES, BOARD OF|PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT|PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|PODIATRIC MEDICAL EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|PRESERVATION BOARD, STATE|PSYCHOLOGISTS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF|PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS|RAILROAD COMMISSION|REHABILITATION COMMISSION|SCHOOL LAND BOARD|SOCIAL WORKER EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF|SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION BOARD, STATE|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE COUNCIL ON COMPETITIVE GOVERNMENT|STATE ENERGY CONSERVATION OFFICE|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS|STATE PENSION REVIEW BOARD|STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF|TEXAS OPTOMETRY BOARD|TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|UNFUNDED MANDATES INTERAGENCY WORK GROUP|VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS|VETERANS' LAND BOARD|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS|YOUTH COMMISSION
SB 1229 82-0 (2011) Author: Eltife, Kevin
Sponsor: Eiland, Craig 		Relating to the registration with the Texas Department of Insurance of certain contract examiners. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective immediately INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
SB 1291 82-0 (2011) Author: Hegar, Glenn
Sponsor: 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 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 1455 82-0 (2011) Author: Carona, John Relating to the protection of trade secrets. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
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 1599 82-0 (2011) Author: Carona, John Relating to the requirements for an insurance adjuster license. Senate: Business & Commerce Left pending in committee INSURANCE ADJUSTERS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1655 82-0 (2011) Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al. Relating to transparency and propagation of information regarding personal automobile and residential property insurance rates, policies, and complaints. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Left pending in committee INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF
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 1782 82-0 (2011) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to regulation of health benefit plan issuers in this state. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs CHILD HEALTH PLAN|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|MANAGED CARE|MEDICAID
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
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, John
Sponsor: 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 197 82-1 (2011) Author: Pitts, Jim Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 2. Reported enrolled AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|AVAILABLE SCHOOL FUND|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--School Districts|Elections--Registration & Suffrage|EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE|EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS)|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|FOUNDATION SCHOOL FUND|FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|Oil & Gas|PERMANENT SCHOOL FUND|PIPELINE SAFETY|RAILROAD COMMISSION|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports|SECRETARY OF STATE|State Finances--Appropriations
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 2 82-1 (2011) Author: Ogden, Steve
Sponsor: Pitts, Jim 		Appropriating money for the support of state government for the period beginning September 1, 2011, and ending August 31, 2013; and authorizing and prescribing conditions, limitations, rules, and procedures for allocating and expending the appropriated funds. House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance 		Effective immediately AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|AVAILABLE SCHOOL FUND|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--School Districts|Elections--Registration & Suffrage|EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE|EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS)|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|FOUNDATION SCHOOL FUND|FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|Oil & Gas|PERMANENT SCHOOL FUND|PIPELINE SAFETY|RAILROAD COMMISSION|SECRETARY OF STATE|State Finances--Appropriations
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 105 82-1 (2011) Author: Ogden, Steve Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 2. Reported enrolled AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF|AVAILABLE SCHOOL FUND|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF|Education--School Districts|Elections--Registration & Suffrage|EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE|EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS)|Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|FOUNDATION SCHOOL FUND|FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM|GENERAL LAND OFFICE|Governor|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD|Oil & Gas|PERMANENT SCHOOL FUND|PIPELINE SAFETY|RAILROAD COMMISSION|Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports|SECRETARY OF STATE|State Finances--Appropriations
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 497 81-0 (2009) Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane 		Relating to a study to determine the effect on the health care infrastructure in this state if the state Medicaid program is abolished or a severe reduction in federal matching money under the program occurs. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services 		Effective immediately HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Health--General|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MEDICAID
HB 505 81-0 (2009) Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al. Relating to the creation of the health benefit plan innovations program in the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Insurance Left pending in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 652 81-0 (2009) Author: Darby, Drew
Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin 		Relating to licensing of escrow officers. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/09 ESCROW|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
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 1095 81-0 (2009) Author: Vo, Hubert Relating to the posting on the Internet of certain rate information concerning residential property insurance. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Referred to Business & Commerce INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Reform|INTERNET
HB 1176 81-0 (2009) Author: Crownover, Myra | et. al. Relating to the creation of a voluntary consumer-directed health plan for certain individuals eligible to participate in the insurance coverage provided under the Texas Employees Group Benefits Act and their qualified dependents. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Committee report sent to Calendars EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|Insurance--Public Employees|MEDICAL SAVINGS ACCOUNTS
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 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 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 2250 81-0 (2009) Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al. Relating to payment of claims to pharmacies and pharmacists. House: Insurance Placed on General State Calendar Health Care Providers|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS|PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS
HB 2456 81-0 (2009) Author: Eiland, Craig
Sponsor: 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 2877 81-0 (2009) Author: Sheffield, Ralph
Sponsor: Fraser, Troy | et. al. 		Relating to liability insurance closed claim reports. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/09 INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
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 3264 81-0 (2009) Author: Rose, Patrick Relating to notifying certain persons of the medical loss ratios of health benefit plan issuers. House: Insurance Committee report sent to Calendars INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|INTERNET
HB 3762 81-0 (2009) Author: Flynn, Dan
Sponsor: Deuell, Bob 		Relating to regulation of prepaid funeral benefits. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Senate: Business & Commerce 		See remarks for effective date BANKING, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Business & Commerce--General|FINANCE COMMISSION OF TEXAS|FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS|FUNERALS & FUNERAL DIRECTORS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PERMITS
HB 3801 81-0 (2009) Author: Flynn, Dan Relating to regulation of prepaid funeral benefits. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Business & Commerce--General|FINANCE COMMISSION OF TEXAS|Financial--General|FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS|FUNERALS & FUNERAL DIRECTORS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|INTERNET|TRUSTS
HB 3855 81-0 (2009) Author: Eiland, Craig Relating to the reporting of information to the Texas Department of Insurance by certain insurance carriers. House: Insurance Left pending in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
HB 4341 81-0 (2009) Author: Truitt, Vicki
Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence 		Relating to the regulation of discount health care programs by the Texas Department of Insurance; providing penalties. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services 		See remarks for effective date Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 4343 81-0 (2009) Author: Smithee, John
Sponsor: Fraser, Troy 		Relating to access to certain criminal history record information maintained by the Department of Public Safety. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective immediately Criminal Procedure--General|CRIMINAL RECORDS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4359 81-0 (2009) Author: Smithee, John
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert 		Relating to the registration with the Texas Department of Insurance of certain contract examiners. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective immediately INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
HB 4461 81-0 (2009) Author: Smithee, John
Sponsor: Carona, John 		Relating to confidentiality of certain information maintained by the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs 		Effective immediately INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
HB 4519 81-0 (2009) Author: Homer, Mark
Sponsor: Deuell, Bob 		Relating to standards for independent review organizations. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs 		Effective on 9/1/09 INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
HB 4573 81-0 (2009) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the treatment of applications and filings made at the Department of Insurance. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HCR 291 81-0 (2009) Author: Pitts, Jim Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections to H.B. No. 4583. Received from the House AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT OF 2009|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS|Resolutions--Corrective|STATE AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION|Sunset Bills|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 78 81-0 (2009) Author: Nelson, Jane
Sponsor: Smithee, John 		Relating to promoting awareness and education about the purchase and availability of health coverage. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs 		See remarks for effective date Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|INTERNET
SB 79 81-0 (2009) Author: Nelson, Jane
Sponsor: Smithee, John 		Relating to specialty certification for insurance agents serving certain employer groups. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs 		Effective on 9/1/09 Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 107 81-0 (2009) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the creation of the Texas Health Benefit Plan Security Program. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Health--General|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|TEXAS HEALTH BENEFIT PLAN SECURITY ACT
SB 109 81-0 (2009) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to the duties of the Texas Department of Insurance. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Reform|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 206 81-0 (2009) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot Relating to the reporting of information concerning the rescission of health benefit plans. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs 		Referred to Insurance Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
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 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 510 81-0 (2009) Author: Eltife, Kevin Relating to licensing of certain residents of a state as escrow officers. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce ESCROW|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 665 81-0 (2009) Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario Relating to the establishment of a windstorm preparedness assistance program that provides financial assistance for certain homeowners in certain counties. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce Disaster Preparedness & Relief|Health--General|Housing--General|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LOANS|Safety
SB 762 81-0 (2009) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to a study concerning the minimum participation requirement for small employer health benefit plans. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs 		Referred to Insurance Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT 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 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 1007 81-0 (2009) Author: Hegar, Glenn
Sponsor: 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 1097 81-0 (2009) Author: Carona, John Relating to the establishment and determination of financial responsibility for a motor vehicle; providing a penalty. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Protection of Personal Information|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
SB 1106 81-0 (2009) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Sponsor: Hopson, Chuck 		Relating to payment of claims to pharmacies and pharmacists. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs 		1 hr. notice-to suspend rules Health Care Providers|HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations|PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS|PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS
SB 1155 81-0 (2009) Author: Davis, Wendy | et. al. Relating to certain content requirements for an insurance consumer information website. Senate: State Affairs Co-author authorized Electronic Information Systems|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Health & Accident|INTERNET
SB 1157 81-0 (2009) Author: Davis, Wendy | et. al. Relating to a study concerning the collection and use of certain information by certain insurers. Senate: Business & Commerce Co-author authorized INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty
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 1815 81-0 (2009) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Sponsor: Deshotel, Joe 		Relating to immunity from liability for doctors performing certain services at the request of the division of workers' compensation of the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Business & Industry
Senate: State Affairs 		1 hr. notice-to suspend rules Civil Remedies & Liabilities|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|PHYSICIANS
SB 2199 81-0 (2009) Author: Duncan, Robert Relating to the registration with the Texas Department of Insurance of certain contract examiners. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
SB 2339 81-0 (2009) Author: Shapiro, Florence Relating to the regulation of discount health care programs by the Texas Department of Insurance; providing penalties. Senate: Health & Human Services Not again placed on intent calendar Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 2493 81-0 (2009) Author: Deuell, Bob Relating to regulation of prepaid funeral benefits. Senate: Business & Commerce Committee report printed and distributed BANKING, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Business & Commerce--General|FINANCE COMMISSION OF TEXAS|FUNERAL SERVICE COMMISSION, TEXAS|FUNERALS & FUNERAL DIRECTORS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|PERMITS
SB 2582 81-0 (2009) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia Relating to certain investment products made available to certain public school employees and the companies authorized to provide those products; providing civil penalties. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs BANKING, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Retirement Systems--State Employees|Retirement Systems--Teachers|SECURITIES BOARD, STATE
HB 1228 80-0 (2007) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie Relating to the disclosure of certain information collected by the Texas Department of Insurance as public information. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Open Records
HB 1600 80-0 (2007) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al. Relating to a study concerning maximum lifetime benefit limits under health benefit plan coverage applicable to hemophilia-related services, supplies, pharmaceuticals, and biologics. House: Insurance Committee report sent to Calendars Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 1834 80-0 (2007) Author: White Delisi, Dianne Relating to long-term care insurance and a partnership for long-term care program. House: Public Health Committee report sent to Calendars HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|LONG-TERM CARE
HB 1848 80-0 (2007) Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al. Relating to the frequency of certain examinations conducted by the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Insurance Laid on the table subject to call INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 1849 80-0 (2007) Author: Hancock, Kelly
Sponsor: Brimer, Kim 		Relating to certain fees for valuing life insurance policies. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs 		Effective on 9/1/07 Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Life & Annuities|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|Taxation--General
HB 2065 80-0 (2007) Author: Geren, Charlie Relating to regulation of residential property or personal automobile insurance. House: Insurance Left pending in committee INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--General|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 2639 80-0 (2007) Author: Smithee, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert 		Relating to risk management programs for members and advisors of student organizations at public and private postsecondary educational institutions and to certain insurance requirements for fraternities. House: Higher Education
Senate: Education 		Effective on 9/1/07 Education--Higher--General|FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 3312 80-0 (2007) Author: Martinez, Armando Relating to reporting certain information regarding residential property and personal automobile insurance and public Internet access to that information. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance Electronic Information Systems|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty
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 22 80-0 (2007) Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Sponsor: White Delisi, Dianne 		Relating to long-term care insurance and a partnership for long-term care program and to the eligibility for certain home and community-based services. House: Public Health
Senate: State Affairs 		See remarks for effective date HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|LONG-TERM CARE
SB 23 80-0 (2007) Author: Nelson, Jane
Sponsor: Smithee, John 		Relating to promoting the purchase and availability of health coverage. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs 		Record vote Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business|Health--Children's Insurance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
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 278 80-0 (2007) Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario Relating to the creation of a state occupational health and safety plan; establishing a maintenance tax. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Health & Safety|Taxation--General
SB 418 80-0 (2007) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to a research program regarding the prevention and treatment of obesity-related health concerns. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services Health--General|Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 611 80-0 (2007) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Sponsor: Martinez, Armando 		Relating to reporting certain information regarding residential property and personal automobile insurance and public Internet access to that information. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective immediately Electronic Information Systems|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 730 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John | et. al. Relating to a study concerning maximum lifetime benefit limits under health benefit plan coverage applicable to hemophilia-related services, supplies, pharmaceuticals, and biologics. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs 		Referred to Insurance Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 828 80-0 (2007) Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Sponsor: Smithee, John 		Relating to a study concerning the collection and use of certain information by certain insurers. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Committee report sent to Calendars INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1138 80-0 (2007) Author: Duncan, Robert
Sponsor: Smithee, John 		Relating to risk management programs for members and advisors of student organizations at public and private postsecondary educational institutions and to certain insurance requirements for fraternities. House: Higher Education
Senate: Education 		Effective on 9/1/07 Education--Higher--General|FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 1253 80-0 (2007) Author: Averitt, Kip
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly 		Relating to the frequency and expenses of certain examinations conducted by the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective on 9/1/07 INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 7 79-0 (2005) Author: Solomons, Burt | et. al.
Sponsor: Staples, Todd 		Relating to the continuation and operation of the workers' compensation system of this state and to the abolition of the Texas Workers' Compensation Commission, the establishment of the office of injured employee counsel, and the transfer of the powers and duties of the Texas Workers' Compensation Commission to the division of workers' compensation of the Texas Department of Insurance and the office of injured employee counsel, and to the provision of workers' compensation benefits to injured employees and the regulation of workers' compensation insurers; providing administrative and criminal penalties. House: Business & Industry
Senate: State Affairs 		Effective on 9/1/05 EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE, OFFICE OF|INJURED EMPLOYEE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Health & Safety|Labor--Workers' Compensation|PHYSICIANS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|Sunset Bills|WORKERS' COMPENSATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|WORKERS' COMPENSATION HEALTH CARE NETWORK ACT|WORKERS' COMPENSATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 792 79-0 (2005) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to the use of certain rating practices in certain lines of insurance. House: Insurance Left pending in committee CREDIT REPORTS|CREDIT SCORING|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 1116 79-0 (2005) Author: Solomons, Burt | et. al.
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane 		Relating to the governmental entities subject to the sunset review process. House: State Affairs
Senate: Government Organization 		Effective on 9/1/05 AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF|ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION|ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS|CANCER COUNCIL, TEXAS|CORRECTIONAL MANAGED HEALTH CARE ADVISORY COMMITTEE|CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES, TEXAS COUNCIL FOR|EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS|GOVERNOR'S COMMITTEE ON PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS|MILITARY PREPAREDNESS COMMISSION, TEXAS|PRESCRIBED BURNING BOARD|PRESERVATION BOARD, STATE|PROFESSIONAL GEOSCIENTISTS, TEXAS BOARD OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|PUBLIC UTILITY COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|Sunset Bills|TEXAS-ISRAEL EXCHANGE FUND BOARD
HB 1605 79-0 (2005) Author: Keffer, Bill Relating to the creation of a program to educate the public on the value of health coverage and to increase public awareness of health coverage options. House: Insurance Companion considered in lieu of in s/c Electronic Information Systems|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|INTERNET
HB 1665 79-0 (2005) Author: Hopson, Chuck Relating to a study of the effectiveness of rate regulation for medical malpractice insurance. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance Health Care Providers|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Malpractice--Professionals
HB 1809 79-0 (2005) Author: McReynolds, Jim Relating to benefits from the Employees Retirement System of Texas for law enforcement officers commissioned by the Texas Department of Insurance or the state fire marshal. House: Pensions & Investments Left pending in committee EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS)|Fire Fighters & Police--General|FIRE MARSHAL|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Law Enforcement|Retirement Systems--State Employees
HB 2284 79-0 (2005) Author: Taylor, Larry Relating to implementation of a study concerning health insurance and medical professional liability insurance issues affecting this state. House: Insurance No action taken in subcommittee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Public Employees
HB 3398 79-0 (2005) Author: Burnam, Lon Relating to regulation of certain personal lines of insurance. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance CREDIT REPORTS|CREDIT SCORING|INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--General|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Insurance--Reform
SB 5 79-0 (2005) Author: Staples, Todd | et. al.
Sponsor: Solomons, Burt 		Relating to the continuation and operation of the workers' compensation system of this state and to the abolition of the Texas Workers' Compensation Commission, the establishment of the office of injured employee counsel, and the transfer of the powers and duties of the Texas Workers' Compensation Commission to the Texas Department of Insurance and the office of injured employee counsel; providing administrative violations. House: Business & Industry
Senate: State Affairs 		Rules suspended INJURED EMPLOYEE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Labor--Workers' Compensation|Sunset Bills|WORKERS' COMPENSATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|WORKERS' COMPENSATION HEALTH CARE NETWORK ACT|WORKERS' COMPENSATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 155 79-0 (2005) Author: Shapiro, Florence | et. al.
Sponsor: Eiland, Craig 		Relating to the quality assurance accreditation process for certain entities that offer health benefit plans and the provisional credentialing process for health benefit plans. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs 		Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HEALTH CARE QUALITY ASSURANCE ACT|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 261 79-0 (2005) Author: Williams, Tommy
Sponsor: Keffer, Bill 		Relating to the creation of a program to educate the public on the value of health coverage and to increase public awareness of health coverage options. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs 		Effective immediately Electronic Information Systems|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|INTERNET
SB 301 79-0 (2005) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al. Relating to the collection and reporting of certain information regarding uninsured individuals in this state. Senate: State Affairs Co-author authorized HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|Insurance--Reform|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 400 79-0 (2005) Author: Nelson, Jane Relating to the continuation and operation of the workers' compensation system of this state and to the abolition of the Texas Workers' Compensation Commission, the establishment of the office of employee assistance, and the transfer of the powers and duties of the Texas Workers' Compensation Commission to the Texas Department of Insurance, the Texas Workforce Commission, and the office of employee assistance; providing administrative violations. Senate: Government Organization Referred to Government Organization EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE, OFFICE OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|Sunset Bills|WORKERS' COMPENSATION COMMISSION, TEXAS|WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 677 79-0 (2005) Author: West, Royce Relating to rates for certain insurance within certain rating territories. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 772 79-0 (2005) Author: West, Royce Relating to the use of certain rating practices in certain lines of insurance. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce CREDIT REPORTS|CREDIT SCORING|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 1513 79-0 (2005) Author: Averitt, Kip
Sponsor: 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 1822 79-0 (2005) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to competition in certain insurance markets. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce INSURANCE RATES|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
HB 876 78-0 (2003) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al. Relating to the disclosure of certain public information collected by the Texas Department of Insurance. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Open Records
HB 1599 78-0 (2003) Author: Madden, Jerry Relating to the creation and operation of the advisory committee on health care coverage issues. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON HEALTH CARE COVERAGE ISSUES|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3378 78-0 (2003) Author: Hope, Ruben
Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot 		Relating to granting statutory authority to certain governmental entities to reduce certain expenditures and to the operation of certain funds. House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance 		Effective immediately ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF|BANKING, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Legislature|MEDICAL EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION|RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Budget|State Finances--Management & Control|WORKERS' COMPENSATION COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 91 78-0 (2003) Author: West, Royce | et. al. Relating to credit scoring in underwriting certain consumer lines of insurance coverage; providing a penalty. Senate: Business & Commerce Laid on table subject to call in committee CREDIT REPORTS|CREDIT SCORING|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 1869 78-0 (2003) Author: Bivins, Teel Relating to statutory authority to reduce appropriations made by the legislature to certain regulatory entities. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Legislature|MEDICAL EXAMINERS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF|RACING COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Budget|State Finances--Management & Control|WORKERS' COMPENSATION COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 53 78-1 (2003) Author: Swinford, David
Sponsor: 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 119 78-1 (2003) Author: Giddings, Helen Relating to workers' compensation research conducted by the Texas Department of Insurance; making an appropriation. House: Business & Industry Referred to Business & Industry INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|State Finances--Appropriations
HB 22 78-2 (2003) Author: Swinford, David Relating to the performance of workers' compensation research by the Texas Department of Insurance; making an appropriation. House: Government Reform Committee report sent to Calendars INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|RESEARCH & OVERSIGHT COUNCIL ON WORKERS' COMPENSATION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Finances--Appropriations
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 28 78-3 (2003) Author: McCall, Brian
Sponsor: Bivins, Teel 		Relating to state and local government fiscal management, including various matters related to increasing administrative efficiency in state government; making related appropriations. House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance 		Effective immediately Business & Commerce--General|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|Courts--Judges|Education--Higher--Health Institutions|Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid|Electronic Information Systems|HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF|Highways|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|PRIVATE SECURITY BOARD, TEXAS|PRIVATE SECURITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|RESEARCH & OVERSIGHT COUNCIL ON WORKERS' COMPENSATION|State Finances--Appropriations|State Finances--Budget|State Finances--Management & Control|SUPREME COURT|Taxation--School District|TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY|TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER
HB 63 78-3 (2003) Author: Giddings, Helen Relating to the performance of workers' compensation research by the Texas Department of Insurance; making an appropriation. House: Government Reform Referred to Government Reform INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|RESEARCH & OVERSIGHT COUNCIL ON WORKERS' COMPENSATION|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|State Finances--Appropriations
SB 5 78-3 (2003) Author: Bivins, Teel Relating to the transfer or performance of the functions of certain state agencies to promote efficiency, equitable use of revenue, or uniformity in regard to those functions. Senate: Finance Left pending in committee Environment--Air|ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY, TEXAS COUNCIL ON|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation|PRIVATE SECURITY BOARD, TEXAS|PRIVATE SECURITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|STATE AIRCRAFT POOLING BOARD|Taxation--School District|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 614 77-0 (2001) Author: Maxey, Glen Relating to requiring insurers to report rates and rate changes to the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
HB 1079 77-0 (2001) Author: McReynolds, Jim Relating to benefits from the Employees Retirement System of Texas for law enforcement officers commissioned by the Texas Department of Insurance or the state fire marshal. House: Pensions & Investments Left pending in committee FIRE MARSHAL|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Law Enforcement|Retirement Systems--State Employees
HB 1283 77-0 (2001) Author: Wise, Miguel Relating to a study of barriers to providing binational health benefit plan coverage. House: Insurance Left pending in committee BORDER|HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 1325 77-0 (2001) Author: Brimer, Kim Relating to abolishing the independent office of public insurance counsel and transferring the powers and duties of the office to the Texas Department of Insurance; abolishing the assessment for the office of public insurance counsel. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF
HB 1730 77-0 (2001) Author: Goolsby, Tony Relating to the requirement that the name of a state agency be printed on certain state motor vehicles. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Laid on the table subject to call Amusements, Games, Sports|ATTORNEY GENERAL|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|Vehicles & Traffic--General
HB 1752 77-0 (2001) Author: Gutierrez, Roberto | et. al.
Sponsor: Bivins, Teel 		Relating to proof of financial responsibility in connection with operation of a motor vehicle and creating the motor vehicle insurance verification program; providing criminal penalties. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Left pending in committee Electronic Information Systems|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF|TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
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 2406 77-0 (2001) Author: Gray, Patricia Relating to a supplemental health benefit plan for certain individuals. House: Public Health Left pending in committee Aging|HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION|HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF|Human Services--Medical Assistance|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 2892 77-0 (2001) Author: Burnam, Lon Relating to examination by the Texas Department of Insurance of the use of credit histories in certain underwriting guidelines. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance CREDIT REPORTS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2938 77-0 (2001) Author: Davis, John Relating to enforcement of motor vehicle financial responsibility requirements. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance Electronic Information Systems|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Property Interests--Mortgages & Liens|Vehicles & Traffic--Insurance/Financial Responsibility
HB 3327 77-0 (2001) Author: Averitt, Kip Relating to production of documents produced in response to an investigation by the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Insurance Committee report sent to Calendars INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Open Records
SB 496 77-0 (2001) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot
Sponsor: Wise, Miguel 		Relating to a study of barriers to providing binational health benefit plan coverage. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Effective immediately BORDER|HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Health & Accident|MEXICO
SB 771 77-0 (2001) Author: Harris, Chris Relating to a consumers' guide for employers regarding health benefit plans. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Referred to Insurance Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF
SB 817 77-0 (2001) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Sponsor: Goolsby, Tony 		Relating to the requirement that the name of a state agency be printed on certain state motor vehicles. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: State Affairs 		Effective on 9/1/01 Amusements, Games, Sports|ATTORNEY GENERAL|BANKING, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions|Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 943 77-0 (2001) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia Relating to monitoring of the conduct of insurers that engage in the business of workers' compensation insurance in this state; providing penalties. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Labor--Workers' Compensation
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 1793 77-0 (2001) Author: Sibley, David
Sponsor: 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
SCR 45 77-0 (2001) Author: Madla, Frank Directing the Texas Department of Insurance to conduct a study of an insurance verification system relating to proof of liability insurance. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce 		Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Interim Studies|Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SR 46 77-0 (2001) Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo Commending the longtime service of 27 employees of the Texas Department of Insurance. Again read INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Resolutions--Congratulatory & Honorary
HB 1404 76-0 (1999) Author: McReynolds, Jim Relating to benefits from the Employees Retirement System of Texas for law enforcement officers commissioned by the Texas Department of Insurance or the state fire marshal. House: Pensions & Investments No action taken in committee FIRE MARSHAL|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Retirement Systems--Police & Firefighters|Retirement Systems--State Employees
HB 1919 76-0 (1999) Author: Gallego, Pete | et. al.
Sponsor: Harris, Chris 		Relating to legislative review of health care benefits that are mandated to be provided by health benefit plans. House: Insurance
Senate: Administration 		Effective in 90 days -- 8/30/99 INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|Interim Studies
HB 2254 76-0 (1999) Author: Eiland, Craig Relating to models used in conjunction with a hearing before the Texas Department of Insurance relating to windstorm insurance. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|WINDSTORM DEVICES & INSURANCE
HB 2315 76-0 (1999) Author: Maxey, Glen Relating to the investigation and prosecution of fraud in certain benefit programs operated by the state; providing administrative penalties. House: Public Health
Senate: Human Services 		Referred to Human Services FRAUD|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
HB 2478 76-0 (1999) Author: Lewis, Glenn Relating to the insurers that must provide their underwriting guidelines to the Texas Department of Insurance and the office of public insurance counsel. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development 		Referred to Economic Development INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 3154 76-0 (1999) Author: Wolens, Steven Relating to a nonsubstantive revision of statutes relating to the Texas Department of Insurance, the business of insurance, and certain related businesses, including conforming amendments, repeals, and penalties. House: State Affairs Companion considered in lieu of in committee Health--General|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Statutory Revision
HB 3307 76-0 (1999) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to applications for coverage under the market assistance program operated by the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Insurance Laid on the table subject to call INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 3361 76-0 (1999) Author: Eiland, Craig Relating to the control of health insurance fraud; providing administrative penalties. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance FRAUD|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident
HB 3680 76-0 (1999) Author: Isett, Carl Relating to an interim study by the Texas Department of Insurance regarding portability of certain health benefit plan coverage. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|Interim Studies
HCR 234 76-0 (1999) Author: Delisi, Dianne Directing the Texas Department of Insurance and the Office of Public Insurance Counsel to conduct a study comparing quality, customer satisfaction, and financial measures among various types of HMOs. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SB 324 76-0 (1999) Author: Ellis, Rodney
Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia 		Relating to applications for coverage under the market assistance program operated by the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development 		Effective on 9/1/99 INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty
SB 922 76-0 (1999) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to a prohibition on engaging in the business of insurance in this state as an insurance company without a certificate of authority or other authorization issued by the Texas Department of Insurance. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1467 76-0 (1999) Author: Harris, Chris
Sponsor: Wolens, Steven 		Relating to a nonsubstantive revision of statutes relating to the Texas Department of Insurance, the business of insurance, and certain related businesses, including conforming amendments, repeals, and penalties. House: State Affairs
Senate: Administration 		Effective on 9/1/99 Health--General|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Statutory Revision
HB 428 75-0 (1997) Author: Pitts, Jim Relating to certain classification systems used for workers' compensation insurance purposes by the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Business & Industry Left pending in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Property & Casualty|Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 434 75-0 (1997) Author: Maxey, Glen | et. al. Relating to assistance by regional education service centers and the Texas Department of Insurance to school districts in meeting district insurance needs. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education Education--School Districts|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
HB 531 75-0 (1997) Author: Shields, John Relating to expunction of certain records of the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Insurance Committee report sent to Calendars EXPUNCTION|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1551 75-0 (1997) Author: Counts, David Relating to application by the Texas Department of Insurance of provisions adopted by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
HB 1902 75-0 (1997) Author: Lewis, Glenn
Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot 		Relating to administrative procedures for certain orders and decisions of the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development 		Effective on 9/1/97 INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
HB 2484 75-0 (1997) Author: Solis, Jim Relating to an exemption for certain insurance companies regulated by the Texas Department of Insurance from licensing requirements regarding the issuance of bail bonds. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Posting rule suspended Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 3008 75-0 (1997) Author: Shields, John Relating to certain inquiries made by the Texas Department of Insurance and information from those inquiries. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
HCR 332 75-0 (1997) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia Directing the Texas Department of Insurance to promulgate rules for standards for pharmacy benefit cards. Filed INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|Resolutions--Legislative Policy
HR 1356 75-0 (1997) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia Directing the Texas Department of Insurance to promulgate rules for standards for pharmacy benefit cards. Filed INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Life, Health & Accident|Resolutions--Legislative Policy
SB 371 75-0 (1997) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth
Sponsor: Telford, Barry 		Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Commission on Fire Protection and the transfer of certain commission functions to the state fire marshal and the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Urban Affairs
Senate: State Affairs 		Effective on 9/1/97 Fire Fighters & Police|FIRE MARSHAL|FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Safety|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset Bills
SB 1062 75-0 (1997) Author: Madla, Frank Relating to expunction of certain records of the Texas Department of Insurance. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development EXPUNCTION|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 1197 75-0 (1997) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the cost estimate of Texas Department of Insurance rules. Senate: Economic Development Left pending in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
SB 1895 75-0 (1997) Author: Sibley, David Relating to application by the Texas Department of Insurance of provisions adopted by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. Senate: Economic Development Left pending in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
HB 772 74-0 (1995) Author: Smithee, John Relating to certain persons who are prohibited from representing others before the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Insurance Left pending in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
HB 776 74-0 (1995) Author: Smithee, John Relating to the acceptance of certain federal funds by the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Insurance
Senate: Finance 		Referred to Finance Consumer Protection|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
HB 1501 74-0 (1995) Author: Davila, Diana Relating to accessibility in the Spanish language to certain agent-licensing programs administered by the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Insurance Referred to subcommittee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 2647 74-0 (1995) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Sponsor: Patterson, Jerry 		Relating to the rules for general application of the Texas Department of Insurance. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development 		No action taken in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
HB 1461 73-0 (1993) Author: Counts, David | et. al.
Sponsor: Parker, Carl 		Relating to insurance regulation and to the continuation, powers, and duties of the Texas Department of Insurance and the office of public insurance counsel; providing administrative penalties; making an appropriation. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development 		Effective on 9/1/93 AUTOMOBILE INSURANCE PLAN ASSOCIATION, TEXAS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|RATE & POLICY FORM REGULATION, SELECT COMMITTEE ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset Bills
SB 1064 73-0 (1993) Author: Parker, Carl Relating to insurance regulation and to the continuation, powers, and duties of the Texas Department of Insurance and the office of public insurance counsel; providing administrative penalties. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|PUBLIC INSURANCE COUNSEL, OFFICE OF|RATE & POLICY FORM REGULATION, SELECT COMMITTEE ON|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed|Sunset Bills
HB 2 72-0 (1991) Author: Cavazos, Eddie | et. al.
Sponsor: Parker, Carl 		Relating to the regulation of the insurance industry, the punishment for certain criminal offenses relating to the business of insurance, maintaining motor vehicle financial responsibility, and creating certain offenses. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development 		Effective on 9/1/91 INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents|Insurance--Reform|JOINT UNDERWRITING ASSOCIATION LICENSING ACT|REINSURANCE INTERMEDIARY ACT|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 2 72-0 (1991) Author: Parker, Carl | et. al. Relating to the regulation of the insurance industry and to the punishment for certain criminal offenses relating to the business of insurance and creating certain offenses. Senate: Economic Development Referred to s/c on Insurance by President INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Reform|REINSURANCE INTERMEDIARY ACT
HB 6 72-1 (1991) Author: Cavazos, Eddie | et. al.
Sponsor: Harris, O.H. | et. al. 		Relating to the regulation of insurance, the powers and duties of the Texas Department of Insurance, and maintaining motor vehicle financial responsibility. House: Government Organization
Senate: State Affairs 		House adopts conf. comm. report-reported INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Reform|Vehicles & Traffic--Safety Responsibility
SB 8 72-1 (1991) Author: Harris, O.H. | et. al. Relating to the regulation of insurance and the powers and duties of the Texas Department of Insurance. Senate: State Affairs No action taken in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Reform
HB 62 72-2 (1991) Author: Counts, David | et. al.
Sponsor: Harris, O.H. 		Relating to insurance, including the regulation of insurance, the powers and duties of the Texas Department of Insurance, motor vehicle financial responsibility, and benefits for state employees; making an appropriation. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs 		Effective on 1/1/92 INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Reform|Labor--Workers' Compensation|LIFE, ACCIDENT, HEALTH & HOSPITAL SERVICE INSURANCE ... ACT|PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE GUARANTY ACT|Vehicles & Traffic--Safety Responsibility|WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND, TEXAS
SB 57 72-2 (1991) Author: Harris, O.H. Relating to the regulation of insurance, the powers and duties of the Texas Department of Insurance, and maintaining motor vehicle financial responsibility. Senate: State Affairs Tagged in committee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Motor Vehicles|Insurance--Reform|Labor--Workers' Compensation|LIFE, ACCIDENT, HEALTH & HOSPITAL SERVICE INSURANCE ... ACT|PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE GUARANTY ACT|Vehicles & Traffic--Safety Responsibility|WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE FUND, TEXAS
SB 10 72-3 (1992) Author: Harris, Chris Relating to Department of Insurance review of mental health benefit claims. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 424 70-0 (1987) Author: Eckels, Robert Relating to continuing education requirements for legal reserve life insurance agents. House: Insurance Referred to subcommittee CONTINUING EDUCATION|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 840 70-0 (1987) Author: Price, Albert Relating to sanctions that may be ordered by the State Board of Insurance. House: Insurance 1st Printing sent to Local&Consent Cal. INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 841 70-0 (1987) Author: Price, Albert
Sponsor: Blake, Roy 		Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain insurance agents. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development 		Effective immediately INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 1022 70-0 (1987) Author: Criss, Lloyd Relating to workers' compensation insurance experience rating. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 1172 70-0 (1987) Author: Hury, James Relating to the collection and report of certain liability claims information by the State Board of Insurance. House: State Affairs Pending in subcommittee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Tort Reform
HB 1185 70-0 (1987) Author: Berlanga, Hugo Relating to certain reports required of liability insurers. House: State Affairs Pending in subcommittee INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|Tort Reform
HCR 35 70-0 (1987) Author: Gavin, John
Sponsor: Harris, O.H. 		Granting American Family Life Assurance Company of Columbus permission to sue the State of Texas, the chairman of the State Board of Insurance, the comptroller of public accounts, and the state treasurer. House: Judicial Affairs
Senate: Jurisprudence 		Left as pending business in comm. AMERICAN FAMILY LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY OF COLUMBUS|COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Resolutions--Suits vs. State|STATE TREASURER
HCR 113 70-0 (1987) Author: Millsap, Mike Granting JC Penney Life Insurance Company permission to sue the State of Texas and the State Board of Insurance. House: Judicial Affairs
Senate: Jurisprudence 		Referred to Jurisprudence INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|JCPENNEY LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY|Resolutions--Suits vs. State
SB 74 70-0 (1987) Author: Green, Gene Relating to the award of costs to certain intervenors in proceedings before the State Board of Insurance. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
SB 75 70-0 (1987) Author: Green, Gene Relating to the creation of the position of State Board of Insurance public advisor. Senate: Economic Development Referred to Economic Development INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 949 70-0 (1987) Author: Henderson, Don
Sponsor: Heflin, Talmadge 		Relating to the organization, operation, and powers of the State Board of Insurance. House: Insurance
Senate: Economic Development 		Placed on General State Calendar INSURANCE, STATE BOARD OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1143 70-0 (1987) Author: Harris, O.H. Relating to financing of a building for the State Board of Insurance, authorizing bonds by the Texas Public Building Authority, and declaring an emergency. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|Purchasing--State
SB 1146 70-0 (1987) Author: Harris, O.H. Relating to financing of a records and equipment warehouse for the State Board of Insurance, authorizing bonds by the Texas Public Building Authority, and declaring an emergency. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Public Lands, Buildings & Resources|Purchasing--State
SCR 44 64-0 (1975) Author: Ogg, Jack
Sponsor: Bynum, Ben 		Granting permission to Maryland Casualty Company and Northern Insurance Company of New York to sue the State of Texas and the Texas Insurance Department, within a period of two years after the effective date of this resolution, in any court in Texas having jurisdiction, in order to determine what refund, if any, or other relief it is entitled to recover; providing that service of citation in all of the necessary processes may be had upon the Attorney General of the State of Texas, at Austin, Texas, and said suit shall be tried under the same rules of law, liability, and evidence and in like manner as suits instituted or tried against private corporations; providing that nothing in this resolution shall be construed as an admission of liability or of any fact against the state and all facts set out herein or relied upon by plaintiff to recover must be proved in court; providing that nothing contained in this resolution shall constitute a waiver of any defense available to the State of Texas other than the defense of sovereign immunity to be sued without legislative permission. House: Judicial Affairs
Senate: Administration 		Signed by Governor INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|MARYLAND CASUALTY COMPANY|NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK|Resolutions--Suits vs. State
HB 332 42-0 (1931) Author: Lemens, Vernon Relating to amending certain article to provide that whenever the Texas Employers' Insurance Association shall have accumulated at the end of any calendar year an admitted surplus in excess of incurred losses, expenses and unearned premiums or other liabilities, the liability of its members to assessment shall be suspended. EMPLOYERS' INSURANCE ASSOCIATION, TEXAS|INSURANCE COMMISSIONERS, BOARD OF|INSURANCE, DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--Insurers & Agents
HB 398 39-0 (1925) Author: Donnell, John Rankin Relating to the state Department of Insurance; consolidating departments relating to insurance and matters under the Insurance Department; abolishing the State Fire Insurance Commission, and the Industrial Accident Board and conferring and imposing the power of these onto the Department of Insurance. House: State Affairs INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General
HB 60 38-0 (1923) Author: Melson, John McCullough | et. al. 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. INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
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
HB 234 38-2 (1923) Author: Melson, John McCullough 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. BANKING, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|INSURANCE COMMISSION, STATE|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 238 38-2 (1923) Author: Carpenter, Lewis Thomas 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, vesting therein and giving to it jurisdiction of all matters, things, powers and functions of the Department of Insurance and Banking, except as such as may have been divested therefrom and vested in the Department of Banking. BANKING, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Governor|INSURANCE COMMISSION, STATE|INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF|Insurance--General|State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed


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