S 3191
Requires SHBP commission to use funds from 2025 False Claims Act settlement with Horizon to lower local public employee health care contribution costs.
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Bill overview
This bill directs the State Health Benefits Commission to use funds from a recent settlement with Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield related to a False Claims Act investigation to lower health care contribution costs for public employees at local employers. Specifically, the funds, totaling $100 million, will be used to reduce employee contributions for health benefits coverage through the State Health Benefits Program. The bill excludes independent State authorities from this reduction. The law takes effect immediately.
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