HB21 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Paul W. LeeRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

United Ways of Alabama, authorized to participate in state health insurance coverage, Sec. 36-29-14 am'd.

Summary

HB21 would allow United Ways of Alabama and its member United Ways to participate in the state's health insurance coverage for their employees through the State Employees' Insurance Board.

What This Bill Does

It adds United Ways of Alabama and member United Ways to the list of entities that may elect to have their employees eligible for health insurance coverage under the SEIB. If they choose to participate, their officers, members, employees, and retirees would be eligible for SEIB coverage and benefits, with premiums potentially paid by the employer. Acceptance of participation is optional for SEIB, and withdrawal rules and related financial responsibilities apply. The act becomes effective immediately after Governor approval.

Who It Affects

• United Ways of Alabama and its member United Ways – can elect to participate in SEIB health coverage and provide eligibility to their employees and retirees.
• Employees, officers, members, and retirees of United Ways of Alabama and its member United Ways – would be eligible for SEIB health insurance if participation occurs, with costs determined by the employer.

Key Provisions

• Adds United Ways of Alabama and its member United Ways to the entities eligible to elect SEIB health insurance coverage.
• Participation is optional for the SEIB; employers may pay all or part of premiums; SEIB will manage enrollment and benefits.
• If an employer withdraws, must give six months' notice (by certified mail) and pay any prior claims plus interest on overdue amounts; a two-year non-participation restriction by the Local Government Health Insurance Program applies to withdrawers.
• SEIB must promulgate rules and obtain actuarial and other services as needed; the act takes effect immediately upon passage.

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Subjects

United Ways of Alabama