Reopening the exemption from the long-term services and supports trust program for employees who have purchased long-term care insurance.

HB 1025 allows Washington employees with long-term care insurance purchased before November 1, 2027, to apply for an exemption from the long-term services and supports trust program premium. This exemption is permanent, meaning these employees will no longer be eligible for coverage under the program. The bill extends the application window for exemptions to December 31, 2028, and requires employees to notify employers of their exemption. Employers must stop deducting premiums after notification and refund any premiums deducted after that point.