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GA HB868

Public officers and employees; certain retiring county officers and their spouses and dependents be included in certain county health plans; provide


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Introduced
03/27/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT To amend Part 1 of Article 1 of Chapter 18 of Title 45 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to state employees' health insurance plan, so as to provide for certain retiring county officers and the spouses and dependents of such officers to be included in certain county health plans; to provide for definitions; to provide for the payment of premiums; to provide for a formula to ensure savings are preserved; to provide for contracting with the Association County Commissioners of Georgia; to provide for reasonable fees; to provide for termination and reinstatement; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill amends Georgia state law to allow certain retiring county officers to remain on their county's health insurance plan after retirement. Specifically, an "eligible county officer" is defined as someone between 55 and 65 years old who is retiring after serving at least 16 years in key county positions like probate judge, sheriff, tax commissioner, or superior court clerk. Starting December 31, 2026, these officers can keep themselves and their spouse and dependents on the county health plan, with the county covering 75% of the premium costs until the officer turns 65. The premium payment cannot exceed the savings the county realizes by replacing the retiring officer with a new officer at a lower salary. Counties can choose to manage these premium payments directly or work through the Association County Commissioners of Georgia, which can charge a reasonable administrative fee. If the Association fails to remit payments, the officer's coverage can be terminated, but can be reinstated upon payment of outstanding amounts. The bill aims to provide continued health insurance support for long-serving county officers transitioning into retirement.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

House Second Readers (on 03/31/2025)

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