Texas SB2866 expands the benefits available under the supplemental optional benefits program for state employees.

Texas SB2866 amends the Government Code to expand the supplemental optional benefits program for state employees. The program now includes permanent life insurance, catastrophic illness insurance, disability insurance, pet insurance, supplemental health insurance, prepaid legal services, and a qualified transportation benefit. The bill also allows for any other benefits approved by the comptroller or the Employees Retirement System of Texas. The act takes effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in both houses, otherwise it takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas SB2866 expands the benefits available under the supplemental optional benefits program for state employees.

Texas SB2866 amends the Government Code to expand the supplemental optional benefits program for state employees. The program now includes permanent life insurance, catastrophic illness insurance, disability insurance, pet insurance, supplemental health insurance, prepaid legal services, and a qualified transportation benefit. The bill also allows for any other benefits approved by the comptroller or the Employees Retirement System of Texas. The act takes effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in both houses, otherwise it takes effect September 1, 2025.