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MS SB2026
Bill
AI Summary
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Surviving spouses and dependents of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty or who die from line-of-duty injuries on or after July 1, 2021, are entitled to receive State and School Employees Health Insurance Plan benefits
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The State of Mississippi will pay 100% of the premium for this health coverage
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Surviving spouses remain eligible until they remarry or become eligible for Medicare, whichever occurs first
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Surviving dependents are eligible for coverage until age 26, unless they have federal government health insurance, Tricare, or similar coverage available
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Amends Section 25-15-13 of Mississippi Code to incorporate these new eligibility provisions for survivors of law enforcement officers
Legislative Description
State Health Insurance Plan; provide benefits to surviving spouse/dependent of law enforcement officer killed in the line of duty.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/2/2021