An Act relative to GIC healthcare coverage for group 4 members pending disability retirement

This bill amends Massachusetts law to ensure that Group 4 members of the GIC health plan keep their coverage while waiting for their disability retirement to be officially approved. Previously, coverage could end during the application process, but this change guarantees that benefits continue uninterrupted until the retirement is finalized. The legislation directly affects public employees in Group 4 who are in the middle of applying for or undergoing the disability retirement procedure. By extending coverage during this waiting period, the bill aims to provide financial and medical stability to employees awaiting their retirement status.