FINAL BILL REPORT

HB 1851

C 147 L 01

Synopsis as Enacted

Brief Description:  Modifying the definition of small employer to include school districts.

Sponsors:  By Representative McMorris.

House Committee on Health Care

Senate Committee on Health & Long‑Term Care

Background:

School districts that employ no more than 50 employees are not included in the definition of "small employer" or "small group" for the purposes of purchasing health insurance.  This may limit their ability to purchase health insurance for employees.

Summary:

For purposes of purchasing health insurance, the definition of "small employer" or "small group" is modified to include school districts.

Votes on Final Passage:

House920

Senate490

Effective:  July 22, 2001