SB519

Provides for health improvement programs for minors. (8/1/26)

Introduced·3/31/26
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Louisiana SB519 allows health insurance deductible credits for physical activity expenses for minors up to $200 per year.

Louisiana SB519 creates a provision for health insurance policies to credit eligible expenses toward the deductible for minors up to $200 per plan year. Eligible expenses include youth sports registration fees, summer camp fees, gym memberships, and recreational programs for youth with developmental disabilities. The bill excludes Medicare supplement policies, Medicaid managed care plans, and ERISA plans. Insurers must allow documentation to verify expenses and ensure a clear process for submission and approval.

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History

Apr 1

Senate

Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Insurance.

Mar 31

Senate

Rules suspended. Introduced in the Senate. Read by title and placed on the Calendar for a second reading.