LD1674 - Firefighter Retiree Health Care

(2019)

An Act To Amend the Laws Concerning the Retired County and Municipal Law Enforcement Officers and Municipal Firefighters Health Insurance Program

Sponsored by Sen. Nate Libby (D-Androscoggin)

What is the bill?

This law improves the Retired County and Municipal Law Enforcement Officers and Municipal Firefighters Health Insurance Program, which supports healthcare coverage for retired law enforcement officers and firefighters who meet certain eligibility criteria. LD 1674 increases the state share of the premium subsidy for enrollees from 45% to 55%, requires that new employees be notified about the program and makes it easier to enroll in the program.

What happened?

Enacted into law (Passed the Legislature, Signed by the Governor)

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