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HF 1016

A bill for an act providing for the continuation of health insurance in certain circumstances for the surviving spouse and each surviving child of employees of the state of Iowa and including retroactive applicability provisions.

2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa bill extends health insurance coverage to surviving spouses and children of state employees with retroactive application, but was withdrawn after substitute adoption.

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Bill Summary · HF 1016

Legislative bill overview

HF 1016 would extend health insurance coverage to surviving spouses and children of Iowa state employees after the employee's death. The bill includes retroactive applicability provisions, meaning it could apply to situations that occurred before the law's enactment. The bill was ultimately withdrawn on April 24, 2025, after a substitute version (SF 565) was adopted.

Why is this important

Health insurance is a critical financial protection, and losing it after an employee's death can create severe hardship for families. This bill addresses a potential gap in coverage for state employee families during vulnerable periods. The retroactive provision could provide relief to families who may have already lost coverage or faced out-of-pocket costs.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and budget impact: Extending health insurance coverage has significant fiscal implications; the bill was reviewed by House Full Appropriations, suggesting budgetary concerns
  • Duration of coverage: The specific timeframe for how long survivors receive continued coverage is a key policy question that could affect costs and fairness
  • Retroactive applicability: Applying the law backward in time creates administrative complexity and unexpected state liability for past periods

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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