Introducing the Texas First Responder Employee Benefit Interlocal
VFIS of Texas is excited to introduce the Texas First Responder Employee Benefit Interlocal—a groundbreaking initiative designed to provide sustainable, high-quality employee benefits for Emergency Service Districts (ESDs) and affiliated first responder organizations.
Why Was This Interlocal Created?
✅ Stronger Together – By uniting ESDs under one large purchasing cooperative, we can leverage better rates and plan sustainability.
✅ Stable & Predictable Costs – Our goal is to align rate increases with inflation, ensuring long-term affordability.
✅ Continuity of Care – We prioritize coverage that allows first responders and their families to maintain their trusted healthcare providers.
✅ Wellness & Cancer Prevention – With a focus on proactive health management, we aim to reduce cancer risks and enhance overall wellness.
Who Can Participate?
📌 Emergency Service Districts (ESDs)
📌 Affiliated Service Contractor Employees
📌Full-time employees working 20 or 30 hours per week for Volunteer Fire Departments, EMS agencies, or Dispatch Centers
Comprehensive Benefits Tailored for First Responders
💙 Medical Plans – Four plan options, including PPO Copay Plans and H.S.A. Qualified Plans, with employer-determined contributions.
🦷 Dental & Vision Coverage – Essential care for first responders and their families.
💼 Life & Disability Insurance – Employer-paid and voluntary options, including HB471(88th Regular Session) compliant disability coverage.
🏥 Retiree & Continuation Benefits – HB2171 (87th Regular Session) Pre-65 Retiree coverage, COBRA, and State Continuation options.
💡 Additional Support Services – Employee Assistance Programs, payroll & carrier integration, and online enrollment tools.
Why Was This Interlocal Created?
✅ Stronger Together – By uniting ESDs under one large purchasing cooperative, we can leverage better rates and plan sustainability.
✅ Stable & Predictable Costs – Our goal is to align rate increases with inflation, ensuring long-term affordability.
✅ Continuity of Care – We prioritize coverage that allows first responders and their families to maintain their trusted healthcare providers.
✅ Wellness & Cancer Prevention – With a focus on proactive health management, we aim to reduce cancer risks and enhance overall wellness.
Who Can Participate?
📌 Emergency Service Districts (ESDs)
📌 Affiliated Service Contractor Employees
📌Full-time employees working 20 or 30 hours per week for Volunteer Fire Departments, EMS agencies, or Dispatch Centers
Comprehensive Benefits Tailored for First Responders
💙 Medical Plans – Four plan options, including PPO Copay Plans and H.S.A. Qualified Plans, with employer-determined contributions.
🦷 Dental & Vision Coverage – Essential care for first responders and their families.
💼 Life & Disability Insurance – Employer-paid and voluntary options, including HB471(88th Regular Session) compliant disability coverage.
🏥 Retiree & Continuation Benefits – HB2171 (87th Regular Session) Pre-65 Retiree coverage, COBRA, and State Continuation options.
💡 Additional Support Services – Employee Assistance Programs, payroll & carrier integration, and online enrollment tools.
Missed the Live Presentation? Watch It Here!
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The Texas First Responder Employee Benefit Interlocal (ILA) gives you access to:
✅ 186,000 in-network providers (including MD Anderson, Mayo Clinic, Texas Children’s & more!) ✅ 1,000+ maintenance medications at no cost (like Lipitor, Metformin, Lexapro & more) ✅ Discounted weight management program (oral & injectable GLP-1 medications) ✅ No deductible/out-of-pocket for select surgeries, dialysis & infusion through Care Navigation ✅ NFPA 1580 exam included with 1st Response Clinic This program is designed to support the unique healthcare needs of first responders across Texas. |
🎥 Watch the Recording Below!
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What You'll Learn:
✅ How the Interlocal works and who can participate ✅ Cost-saving opportunities for Fire & EMS agencies ✅ Compliance with HB 471 and HB 2171 ✅ Available health and benefit plans for employees ✅ How to get a quote and next steps for enrollment |
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