Policy priorities

TAHP is dedicated to promoting affordable health care for all Texans through advocacy and education. It is our goal to increase public awareness about our members’ services, health care delivery benefits, and contributions to communities throughout the state. TAHP strives to build and foster valuable relationships with its members, industry, and community stakeholders, as well as with representatives of the Texas Legislature and state agencies.

TAHP’s Legislative Priorities for the 89th Session

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The value of coverage

Every Texan deserves affordable coverage and high-quality care. That’s why health insurance providers are committed to delivering: more choices of better quality at lower costs.

89th Legislative Session

For over 30 years, the Texas Association of Health Plans (TAHP) has worked towards a healthy Texas.

Session Guides and Highlights

Produced by a team of health care and policy experts, each session guide or highlight is an in-depth analysis of the latest trends around Texas.

Texas Medicaid

Health Coverage

Individual Coverage

Employer Coverage

Value of Coverage

89th Legislative Session

Market Modernization

AI in Health Care

Affordable Networks

Medicaid Mental Health

Healthier Markets

Safe Care and Prior Authorizations

Moratorium on Mandates 

Medicaid Drug Coverage

January 21, 2025

Legislative Guide – 89th Texas Legislature

June 19, 2023

Legislative Highlights – 88th Texas Legislature

January 1, 2023

Legislative Guide – 88th Texas Legislature

June 1, 2021

Legislative Highlights – 87th Texas Legislature

January 1, 2021

Legislative Guide – 87th Texas Legislature

June 1, 2019

Legislative Highlights – 86th Texas Legislature

January 1, 2019

Legislative Guide – 86th Texas Legislature

June 1, 2017

Legislative Highlights – 85th Texas Legislature

January 1, 2017

Legislative Guide – 85th Texas Legislature

June 1, 2015

Legislative Highlights – 84th Texas Legislature

Become a Member

Membership with TAHP is an invaluable tool for integrating, building relationships, exchanging information and best practices, and promoting your services. You will be well-armed with the most timely and accurate information, strong relationships with key Texas leaders, and access to seasoned policy and regulatory experts.