HB05403

Provides health insurance coverage for survivors of unpaid volunteer firefighters, correction officers, and state marshals.

Connecticut HB05403 amends the state's general statutes to ensure that nonstate public employers continue to provide health insurance coverage to the survivors of unpaid volunteer firefighters, correction officers, and state marshals who die in the line of duty. This coverage continues for one year after the death and may be renewed annually for up to five years. The bill also specifies that the state shall pay the coverage, with the balance of any premiums deducted from the payroll. This act takes effect on October 1, 2026.