Connecticut House Bill HB05577

Connecticut 2025 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/21/25
• Refer: 1/21/25

Caption

An Act Concerning Husky Health Plan Benefits For Dependents Of Active-duty Military Personnel.

Impact

If enacted, HB 05577 would have a significant impact on state laws regarding health care for dependents of military personnel. It would create a framework that allows the state health system to complement federal military health provisions, thereby enhancing overall healthcare access for military families. This change could lead to improved health outcomes by addressing specific medical needs that are currently unmet due to the constraints of available military health benefits.

Summary

House Bill 05577 seeks to amend Title 17b of the general statutes to extend HUSKY 1 Health program benefits to the dependents of active-duty military personnel. The goal of the bill is to ensure that these dependents receive health care coverage for specific health services that are not addressed by their existing military health insurance plan, TriCare. This legislative proposal is positioned to provide a safety net for families who may face healthcare gaps due to the limitations of military insurance.

Contention

Notably, while the bill aims to support military families, it could also spark discussions about resource allocation within state healthcare programs. Stakeholders might debate the financial implications of extending HUSKY benefits in this manner and how it could affect budgets for other public health initiatives. Additionally, there may be concerns about the administrative burden on the HUSKY program to integrate additional beneficiaries and manage their unique needs.