Texas SB1274 prohibits prior authorization for prescription drugs preventing HIV infections in certain health benefit plans.

Texas SB1274 amends the Insurance Code to add a new subchapter on coverage of prescription drugs for preventing human immunodeficiency virus infections. The bill prohibits health benefit plan issuers from requiring prior authorization for these drugs. It applies to various health benefit plans, including those issued by insurance companies and health maintenance organizations. The changes take effect for plans delivered, issued for delivery, or renewed on or after January 1, 2026. The Act becomes effective September 1, 2025.

Texas SB1274 prohibits prior authorization for prescription drugs preventing HIV infections in certain health benefit plans.

Texas SB1274 amends the Insurance Code to add a new subchapter on coverage of prescription drugs for preventing human immunodeficiency virus infections. The bill prohibits health benefit plan issuers from requiring prior authorization for these drugs. It applies to various health benefit plans, including those issued by insurance companies and health maintenance organizations. The changes take effect for plans delivered, issued for delivery, or renewed on or after January 1, 2026. The Act becomes effective September 1, 2025.