An Act relative to protecting local retirees

This bill (SD 2090) prevents local governments from increasing the percentage of health insurance premiums that retirees must pay. It directly affects local retirees who currently contribute to their health benefits through their retirement plans. The key provision freezes the current premium contribution rate for retirees if a government unit later approves a higher rate for new retirees; the existing rate cannot be raised to match that new higher percentage. The law takes effect January 1, 2026.