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LA SB226

LA SB226
Prohibits insurance rate determination based on risks classified by gender. (8/1/26)


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Introduced
02/26/2026
In Committee
03/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT To amend and reenact R.S. 22:1454(A), relative to rating standards and methods; to prohibit rate classifications based on gender; and to provide for related matters.

AI Summary

This bill amends existing Louisiana law, specifically R.S. 22:1454(A), which deals with insurance rating standards and methods, to prohibit insurance companies from using gender as a factor when determining insurance rates. Currently, the law states that insurance rates should not be excessive, inadequate, or unfairly discriminatory, and that risks can be classified using various criteria, but explicitly excludes race, color, creed, or national origin. This bill adds "gender" to that list of prohibited classification criteria, meaning that insurance companies will no longer be allowed to charge different rates based on whether a person is male or female, aiming to ensure fairer and more equitable insurance pricing.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate; read by title. Rules suspended. Read second time and referred to the Committee on Insurance. (on 03/09/2026)

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