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This bill proposes to modify existing state law to allow municipal employees, including teachers, to participate in the state employee health plan, while preserving the collective bargaining units' decision-making power regarding health insurance. The legislation aims to provide municipal employees with an additional health insurance option by giving them access to the state employee health plan. A key requirement of the bill is that the state must provide municipal employers with clear and transparent communication about the costs associated with municipal employees choosing to participate in the state health plan. By offering this expanded access, the bill seeks to potentially provide municipal employees with more flexible and potentially more affordable health insurance options, while ensuring that local unions maintain their ability to negotiate health benefits. The bill emphasizes transparency in communication about costs, which would help municipal employers and employees make informed decisions about health insurance coverage.

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