SB 5981 - DIGEST

Finds that: (1) The cost of health care, along with the number of uninsured persons, is continuing to rise;

(2) Many individuals are uninsured because employers are not given adequate health insurance options that they and their employees can afford; and

(3) The purchaser and recipient of health care should have more control over the services and products they purchase.

Declares an intent to provide employees with more options in choosing a quality health care plan that meets their individual needs.