Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
HB721 creates a statutory exemption from health care cost disclosure mandates for Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs), account-based plans, and certain local government health programs. Plan sponsors and administrators of these specific arrangements must cease disclosure protocols to reduce administrative overhead, while standard health plans and Professional Employer Organization (PEO) sponsored plans remain fully subject to transparency laws.
Rep. Terri Leo-Wilson路House Bill路Regular Session
This legislation has regulatory implications for the following Texas businesses and organizations:
Standard regulatory changes (effective 2025-09-01). Review during normal business planning.
Affected business types:
Affected business types:
lowMinimal cost impact anticipated.
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Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
The term "other account-based health benefit plan" in Section 1(c)(1) is undefined in the statute.
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Common questions about HB721
HB721 creates a statutory exemption from health care cost disclosure mandates for Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs), account-based plans, and certain local government health programs. Plan sponsors and administrators of these specific arrangements must cease disclosure protocols to reduce administrative overhead, while standard health plans and Professional Employer Organization (PEO) sponsored plans remain fully subject to transparency laws.
HB721 was authored by Texas Representative Terri Leo-Wilson during the Regular Session.
HB721 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.
HB721 is enforced by Texas Department of Insurance.
The regulatory priority for HB721 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of HB721 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
HB721 addresses topics including insurance and insurance--health & accident.
Key dates for HB721: Effective date is 2025-09-01. Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
HB721 primarily affects insurance companies and financial institutions, healthcare providers and medical facilities. These businesses should review the legislation with their legal and compliance teams to understand potential impacts.
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