June 2025 Newsletter: Good News for Texas Employers!

The 2025 Texas Legislature wrapped up earlier this month with good news for Texas employers.

Several new laws enact meaningful changes that strengthen transparency and restore market functions. These include funding the Texas All-Payor Claims Database (APCD) and new tools employers can use to rein in expenses and improve health plan value.

“As the 89th Texas Legislative session has come to a close, we are thrilled with the passage of these bills that will provide information to help Texans make more informed choices about their health care,” said Chris Skisak, PhD, executive director for TXEAHC.

Learn More at this Friday’s Event!

Learn about key bills 89th Texas Legislature sent to the Governor for his signature that will impact employer purchasers of health care benefits going forward.

HR Executive: As costs rise, employee benefits strategies are shifting to prioritize value

According to Jeff Levin-Scherz, population health leader, North America, Health & Benefits, employers are taking a step back and looking to focus on employee benefits strategies that drive real value for employees and the business.

Houston Chronicle: Did a Trump executive order just revolutionize healthcare? (Opinion)

TXEAHC board member Dr. Vivian Ho explains how systemwide price transparency will empower employers to reverse runaway health plan costs that have increased at nearly three times the rate of workers’ wages over the past 25 years.