Bill > HB05472

This bill proposes establishing a new health insurance program specifically for child care educators in the state who work at least 20 hours per week. The program would allow these educators to enroll in existing state health insurance plans, such as the state employee health insurance plan or the Covered Connecticut program, with the Commissioner of Social Services administering the program in collaboration with the Comptroller and Office of Early Childhood. The state would provide financial assistance by subsidizing premiums and creating a sliding fee scale that adjusts costs based on the household income of participating families. The bill mandates annual reporting to legislative committees, which will include detailed data about program enrollment, costs, and outcomes. Additionally, the Commissioner of Social Services is required to develop and implement specific regulations to operationalize this new health insurance program. The overall purpose of the bill is to expand health insurance access and affordability for child care educators, recognizing their important role in the state's education and childcare infrastructure.

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