Illinois SB1379 amends the State Employees Group Insurance Act to provide financial incentives for annuitants and establish a choice program for.

Illinois SB1379 amends the State Employees Group Insurance Act of 1971 to introduce financial incentives for annuitants with 20 or more years of creditable service who are not eligible for federal Medicare benefits. These incentives aim to encourage them to opt out of the state's health benefits program. The bill also mandates the Director of Central Management Services to implement a choice program for Medicare-primary members and their dependents, effective January 1, 2026.

Illinois SB1379 amends the State Employees Group Insurance Act to provide financial incentives for annuitants and establish a choice program for.

Illinois SB1379 amends the State Employees Group Insurance Act of 1971 to introduce financial incentives for annuitants with 20 or more years of creditable service who are not eligible for federal Medicare benefits. These incentives aim to encourage them to opt out of the state's health benefits program. The bill also mandates the Director of Central Management Services to implement a choice program for Medicare-primary members and their dependents, effective January 1, 2026.