The original instrument was prepared by Brandi Cannon and the following digest,
which constitutes no part of the legislative instrument, was prepared by LG Sullivan.
DIGEST
SB 426 Engrossed 2020 Regular Session Barrow
Proposed law prohibits a health coverage plan delivered or issued for delivery in this state from
denying coverage for COVID-19 diagnostic and antibody testing and antiviral drugs.
Proposed law requires any health coverage plan delivered or issued for delivery in this state to
include coverage for COVID-19 diagnostic and antibody testing and antiviral drugs.
Proposed law prohibits the application of annual deductibles, coinsurance, copayment, or any other
out-of-pocket or cost-sharing expense provisions.
Proposed law defines "COVID-19" and "health coverage plan".
Effective upon signature of the governor or lapse of time for gubernatorial action.
(Adds R.S. 22:1057)
Summary of Amendments Adopted by Senate
Committee Amendments Proposed by Senate Committee on Insurance to the original bill
1. Require coverage of antibody tests and antiviral drugs