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IL SB3485
Bill
Status
2/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Robert Martwick
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AI Summary
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Creates a Disability Benefits Maximization Program requiring the Department of Central Management Services and Illinois's 5 state-funded retirement systems to contract with an administrator within 6 months of the effective date.
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Mandates annual audits of the State Employees Group Insurance Program, Teachers' Retirement Insurance Program, and College Insurance Program to identify participants and dependents eligible for Medicare but not enrolled.
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Requires the program to ensure eligible annuitants, retirees, survivors, and dependents enroll in Medicare as their primary coverage, with state health benefits becoming secondary.
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Provides assistance to disabled individuals not enrolled in Social Security Disability Insurance and Medicare, including educational outreach, eligibility analysis, and representation on claims.
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Requires annual reports to the Department, the 5 retirement systems, and the General Assembly showing enrollment numbers and state savings realized; effective January 1, 2027.
Legislative Description
CMS-MEDICARE AUDIT
Last Action
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
3/13/2026