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SB 2699

State Health Plan; extend repealer on authority of board to collect premium payments from participants in.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Walter Michel

Extends the deadline for a state health plan board's authority to collect employee and retiree premium payments directly from participants.

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Bill Summary · SB 2699

Legislative bill overview

SB 2699 extends the expiration date on a repealer provision that gives the State Health Plan Board authority to collect premium payments directly from plan participants. This bill essentially delays when certain collection authority would sunset, allowing the board to continue its current premium collection practices for a longer period.

Why is this important

The State Health Plan covers thousands of Mississippi state employees and retirees. How premium payments are collected affects cash flow management for both the state and participants, and determines whether the board can enforce payment collection mechanisms. The extension determines whether the board retains operational flexibility or must seek new legislative authorization.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact on participants: Extending collection authority without modification could lock in current premium collection methods, limiting participant flexibility in payment arrangements or deferment options
  • State budget implications: The timing and reliability of premium collections directly affects state health plan finances and the budget planning cycle
  • Legislative oversight: Extending repealer provisions can reduce regular legislative review of board authority; stakeholders may prefer annual reauthorization to maintain oversight

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

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