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Introduced
01/20/2026
01/20/2026
In Committee
01/26/2026
01/26/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the State Employees Group Insurance Act of 1971. Provides that, by no later than January 1, 2028, the Department of Central Management Services shall, by rule, establish a program to allow the active members of TRS and their dependent beneficiaries to participate in the program of group health benefits made available under the Act to TRS benefit recipients and TRS dependent beneficiaries, including the program of group health benefits for Medicare-primary members and their Medicare-primary dependents, in lieu of health benefits otherwise provided by the school district. Provides that the Department of Central Management Services shall adopt any rules necessary to implement and administer the program, including, but not limited to, the manner of electing to participate in the program, eligibility for participation in the program, and contributions for coverage through the program. Effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill, amending the State Employees Group Insurance Act of 1971, mandates that by January 1, 2028, the Department of Central Management Services (CMS) must create a program allowing active members of the Teachers' Retirement System (TRS) and their dependents to enroll in the state's group health benefits plan, which is currently available to TRS retirees and their dependents. This means active TRS members could choose to get their health coverage through the state plan, including options for those who are Medicare-primary, instead of the health benefits provided by their school districts. CMS will be responsible for establishing the rules for this program, covering aspects like how members can sign up, who is eligible, and how much they will contribute for coverage.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Rules Committee (on 01/26/2026)
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