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Introduced
01/19/2021
01/19/2021
In Committee
03/10/2021
03/10/2021
Crossed Over
02/24/2021
02/24/2021
Passed
03/14/2021
03/14/2021
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/14/2021
03/14/2021
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO RETIREE HEALTH CARE; AMENDING CERTAIN DEFINITIONS IN THE RETIREE HEALTH CARE ACT TO CONFORM TO THE FEDERAL PATIENT PROTECTION AND AFFORDABLE CARE ACT; REPEALING PROVISIONS OF LAW RELATING TO THE DISCOUNT PRESCRIPTION DRUG PROGRAM.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Retiree Health Care Act to conform certain definitions to the federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, and repeals provisions of law relating to the discount prescription drug program. Specifically, the bill updates the definitions of "eligible dependent" and "eligible retiree" to align with the federal healthcare law. It also creates the Retiree Health Care Authority to provide comprehensive group health insurance programs for eligible retirees and their dependents.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Government Affairs, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Signed by Governor - Chapter 23 - Apr. 5 (on 03/14/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=21&year=21 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/final/SB0021.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/21%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0021.pdf |
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