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H 2822

An Act relative to the size of the Group Insurance Commission board

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Tricia Farley-Bouvier

Bill modifies Group Insurance Commission board size to affect governance structure for Massachusetts public employee health insurance oversight.

Accompanied a study order, see H5312 (under House Rule 27)
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Bill Summary · H 2822

Legislative bill overview

H 2822 proposes to modify the size and composition of the Group Insurance Commission (GIC) board, which oversees health insurance for Massachusetts public employees and retirees. The bill has been referred to the Public Service Committee and a hearing is scheduled for June 4, 2025.

Why is this important

The GIC board makes critical decisions affecting health coverage and costs for roughly 600,000+ Massachusetts public employees, retirees, and their families. Changes to board size and structure directly impact governance efficiency, representation of stakeholder interests, and potentially the decision-making processes around premium rates and plan offerings.

Potential points of contention

  • Whether the proposed board size increases or decreases efficiency and accountability in managing the state's largest health insurance program
  • Questions about stakeholder representation—whether the change better reflects the interests of employees, employers, retirees, or other groups
  • Budget and operational implications of altering board structure, including staffing and administrative costs

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

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