Illinois lawmakers look to abolish free health insurance for retirees

health insurance for retirees

Bill would have retired state officials pay for their health coverage Illinois legislators are currently debating a bill that would abolish premium-free health insurance for retired state officials. Senate Bill 1313 was approved by the House Executive Committee this week and will continue its legislative journey, which has yet to be met with any significant opposition. The bill would require retired state officials to pay for their health insurance coverage. These retirees would pay for their coverage regardless of how long they have worked for the state. Initiative could solve…

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