H 931: PORTABLE BENEFIT PLAN ACT – Amends language added by House Bill 645 regarding the Portable Benefit Plan Act.
H 931 status: Enacted — Reported Signed by Governor on April 2, 2026 Session Law Chapter 274 Effective: 07/01/2026 (updated Apr 2, 2026).
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Bill summary
OfficialPORTABLE BENEFIT PLAN ACT – Amends language added by House Bill 645 regarding the Portable Benefit Plan Act.. Currently in House.
Key analysis
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Environment
Benefits
- no material direct effect identified
Risks
- no material direct effect identified
Economy
Benefits
- increased portability of benefits for gig and contract workers
- potential reduction in labor market friction
Risks
- regulatory ambiguity regarding long-term benefit sustainability
- potential administrative costs for implementation
Society
Benefits
- provides safety net access to non-traditional workers
- supports professional mobility
Risks
- potential for diminished coverage quality compared to traditional plans
- lack of clarity on benefit adequacy for long-term health needs
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Confidence
lowlow
Analysis status
OpenStates summary
Implementation of portable benefit structures can create complex regulatory gaps
Analysis based strictly on bill summary; full text was not provided
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