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Introduced
02/20/2017
02/20/2017
In Committee
03/31/2017
03/31/2017
Crossed Over
03/29/2017
03/29/2017
Passed
Dead
05/05/2017
05/05/2017
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2017 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Authorizes state group insurance program to include additional benefits & for employees to use certain portion of state's contribution to purchase additional & supplemental benefits; requires DMS to develop plan for implementation of benefit levels, submit report, & contract with independent benefits consultant & entity that provides comprehensive pricing & certain inclusive services; directs DMS to provide premium alternatives to Governor & Legislature by specified date; provides criteria for calculating premium alternatives; provides appropriation & authorizes positions.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the state group insurance program to include additional benefits and allows employees to use a portion of the state's contribution to purchase supplemental benefits. The Department of Management Services (DMS) is required to develop a plan for implementing new benefit levels, submit a report, and contract with an independent benefits consultant. The bill also directs DMS to provide premium alternatives for the 2018 plan year and appropriates funds for implementation. Overall, the bill aims to expand the benefits offered through the state group insurance program and provide more flexibility for employees to customize their coverage.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Other Sponsors (1)
Health and Human Services Committee (House)
Last Action
Died in Appropriations, companion bill(s) passed, see SB 7022 (Ch. 2017-88) (on 05/05/2017)
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