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This bill addresses worker's compensation health insurance protections for state employees. Specifically, the bill ensures that a state employee who files a workers' compensation claim cannot be removed from the State and School Employees Life and Health Insurance Plan solely because of that claim. The legislation mandates that the employer must continue to pay its portion of the employee's health insurance premiums while the employee is receiving workers' compensation benefits. This means that filing a workers' compensation claim will not jeopardize an employee's existing health insurance coverage or require them to pay the full premium during their recovery. The bill amends existing sections of Mississippi Code to clarify these protections, ensuring that employees who are injured at work can focus on their recovery without worrying about losing their health insurance. The new provisions will take effect on July 1, 2025, providing clear guidelines for state employers and employees regarding health insurance continuity during workers' compensation claims.

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