Bill > HB1527

This bill requires all state departments to annually provide a comprehensive benefits summary to full-time state employees, covering key areas such as retirement plans, health insurance programs, mental health services, and other employee assistance programs. The Department of Administrative Services (DAS) will be responsible for developing and maintaining a standardized template that can be used for both email and printed distribution, ensuring consistency and clarity across all state departments. The bill aims to improve employee well-being and benefit utilization by making sure workers are consistently informed about the resources available to them. While the bill does not provide additional funding, it is expected to incur some administrative costs related to template development, printing, and mailing, which are estimated to exceed $100,000 annually and will be funded through various sources including the General Fund, Internal Services Fund, and agency-specific funds. Additionally, the bill encourages municipalities and counties to adopt a similar annual notification practice using the DAS template. The legislation will take effect 60 days after its passage, and its primary goal is to enhance employee awareness and access to available benefits.

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https://gc.nh.gov/bill_Status/billinfo.aspx?id=1891&inflect=2