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FEHB Protection Act: Stricter Verification for Federal Employee Health Coverage.

This Act mandates strict verification rules for the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program to eliminate ineligible beneficiaries. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must require employing offices to verify documentation, such as marriage or birth certificates, when employees add family members, whether during open season or following a qualifying life event. This ensures the integrity of the program, though it requires employees to provide more documentation when enrolling dependents.
Key points
Mandatory Verification: Employing offices must verify the truthfulness of qualifying life events and confirm that any added individual is an eligible family member.
Comprehensive Audit: OPM must conduct a three-year audit of all currently covered family members whose eligibility has not been previously verified.
Removal Process: OPM must establish a process to quickly disenroll or remove individuals found to be ineligible for coverage under the FEHB Program.
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Print number: 118_S_4035
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL]
Process start date: 2024-03-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FEHB Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4035.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory Verification: Employing offices must verify the truthfulness of qualifying life events and confirm that any added individual is an eligible family member.
  • Comprehensive Audit: OPM must conduct a three-year audit of all currently covered family members whose eligibility has not been previously verified.
  • Removal Process: OPM must establish a process to quickly disenroll or remove individuals found to be ineligible for coverage under the FEHB Program.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 499.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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