Louisiana · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 291: INSURANCE/HEALTH: Prohibits health insurers from taking adverse payment or contracting actions against participating facilities based solely on another provider's network status (EN INCREASE EX See Note)

Enacted Last action June 8, 2026: Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 791.

Plain-language summary

HB 291 is a bill introduced in the Louisiana House on February 24, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: INSURANCE/HEALTH: Prohibits health insurers from taking adverse payment or contracting actions against participating facilities based solely on another provider's network status (EN INCREASE EX See Note). Primary sponsor: Stephanie Berault (Republican). Most recent recorded action (June 8, 2026): Signed by the Governor. Becomes Act No. 791.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Stephanie Berault (Republican).