ND SB2171

Amends section 54-52.1-18 to require the difference between uniform group insurance program premiums and high-deductible health plan premiums for eligible state employees be deposited in health savings accounts, subject to Internal Revenue Code section 223(b) limits.

Creates a new enhanced coverage option for eligible state employee members of the uniform group insurance program to cover federal Affordable Care Act services not covered by the standard uniform group insurance program.

Requires the board to make the enhanced coverage option available to eligible state employees by January 1, 2024.

Specifies that eligible employees pay the enhanced coverage option costs, which are collected by state employers and submitted monthly to the board.