Bill > HB05477

This bill proposes to amend Chapter 167a of the state's general statutes to restore the state's previous commitment to paying one-third of the total monthly premium cost for retired teachers' Medicare supplement health insurance coverage. Medicare supplement insurance, often called Medigap, is a type of private health insurance that helps cover some of the healthcare costs that traditional Medicare does not, such as copayments, coinsurance, and deductibles. The legislation aims to reinstate a full state subsidy that was likely reduced or eliminated in a previous legislative action, providing financial relief for retired teachers by helping them manage their healthcare expenses. By requiring the state to cover one-third of the premium cost, the bill seeks to support retired educators and recognize their years of service by easing their healthcare financial burden in retirement.

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