The bill amends the Publicly Funded Health Insurance Contribution Act (2011 PA 152) by updating the definitions and roles of various officials and entities involved in the administration of health insurance contributions for public employees in Michigan. Notably, it specifies the "designated state official" for different branches of government, including the state court administrator for the judicial branch and the secretary of the senate for senate employees. Additionally, the bill clarifies the definition of "local unit of government" to include cities, villages, townships, counties, and various authorities, while also refining the definitions of "medical benefit plan" and "public employer."

Key changes include the deletion of outdated references to the federal internal revenue code and the addition of specific sections of the code to ensure compliance with current regulations. The bill also modifies the definition of "medical benefit plan costs" to exclude payments made in lieu of coverage and specifies the types of costs that are included, such as assessments and commissions. Furthermore, it expands the definition of "public employer" to encompass a broader range of governmental entities, including school districts and institutions of higher education. These amendments aim to provide clearer guidelines and ensure that the law reflects current practices in public health insurance contributions.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 15.562