Bill > PR26-0364

This resolution is an emergency declaration for approving a multiyear health benefits contract with Aetna Life Insurance Company and Aetna Health, Inc. for the District of Columbia government. The proposed contract, valued at approximately $1.58 billion over five years, will provide fully insured health benefits to District employees, their dependents, and retirees through the D.C. Employees Health Benefits Program. The resolution emphasizes the critical nature of these health services and the necessity of obtaining them through this specific contract with Aetna. The emergency circumstances are justified by the urgent need to ensure timely access to vital health services for District government personnel. The resolution allows for immediate adoption after a single reading by the Council of the District of Columbia and takes effect immediately upon approval, enabling the District to quickly secure and implement the health benefits contract with Aetna.

https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/PR26-0364