ETF has released two new recorded webinars for employers focused on the ICI Program. The two webinars cover topics including benefit amounts, eligibility, enrollment options, filing claims, employer errors, and more.
This is the Model Notice for COBRA Continuation Subsidy under the American Rescue Plan [ARP] Act of 2021. Employers please note that information for qualified beneficiaries must be completed.
Active Employee /
Retiree /
Other Benefit Recipient /
Board Member /
Local Employer /
State Employer
Understanding COBRA—the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act—can sometimes be tricky. A new nine-minute training video answers these questions and provides additional information on qualifying events, responsibilities, and timelines.
The Group Insurance Board has approved the Wisconsin Public Employer Group Life Insurance premium rates for local employees. Claims experience has been stable, resulting in no change to local employee premium rates for 2023.
ETF recently hosted its annual open enrollment kickoff meeting virtually for state and local employers for plan year 2022. Recordings of these events are now available.
Based on the improved financial position and strong investment results, the ICI premium rates for 2022 will decrease by 50%. See the premium rate charts in the ICI employer section of the ETF website.
This chart is being provided based on information received by ETF from these employers. Employers and employees should communicate with each other about whether their sick leave may or may not transfer.