Asked & Answered

Dr. Karla Neathery, AAEA Assistant Executive Director

What is the minimum monthly contribution rate a public school district must pay for health insurance for an employee?

Pursuant to A.C.A. § 6-17-1117, every school district shall pay the monthly health insurance per-participant contribution rate established by the House Committee on Education and the Senate Committee on Education through the biennial adequacy review process. The minimum monthly contribution rate for July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024 has been set at $234.50 per participant.

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