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MS HB1383
Bill
Status
3/6/2012
Primary Sponsor
Cecil Brown
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 25-15-15, Mississippi Code of 1972, to provide state-funded health insurance for full-time school cafeteria workers on a phased-in basis beginning in the 2012-2013 school year.
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State funding for cafeteria worker health insurance increases progressively: 10% (2012-2013), 20% (2013-2014), 40% (2014-2015), 50% (2015-2016), and 100% from 2016-2017 onward.
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Local school districts must match the state contribution percentage for the cost of health insurance for full-time cafeteria workers.
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Full-time school cafeteria workers may purchase additional benefits or coverage levels beyond the basic plan at their own expense.
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Effective date is July 1, 2012.
Legislative Description
School cafeteria workers; provide state funded health insurance on a phase-in basis.
Last Action
Died In Committee
3/6/2012