Call to Action: Support HB 6058 to Protect Our Health Care
What is HB 6058?
HB 6058 is proposed legislation that would amend PA 152, the law governing school district contributions to employee health insurance. Currently, there’s a maximum amount (a “hard cap”) that districts can pay toward your health care. When these caps don’t keep up with rising health costs, teachers end up shouldering more of the burden.
If passed, HB 6058 would:
Immediately increase the district’s contribution by 7%.
Provide fair, predictable increases for future years already covered by existing contracts.
Fix unfair limits on two-person coverage so these employees receive more equitable support.
Allow local unions, like the Berkley Education Association (BEA), to bargain for contributions above the set hard cap, giving us more flexibility and negotiating power.
Why This Matters to Berkley Education Association Members
For BEA members, HB 6058 represents a crucial step toward maintaining affordable health care:
Reduced Out-of-Pocket Costs: You’d likely pay less for premiums, deductibles, and other expenses.
Fair and Predictable Increases: As health costs grow, the district’s share would grow too, preventing sudden jumps in your bills.
Better Bargaining Power: Our local union negotiators would have greater leverage to push for stronger health benefits.
Equitable Treatment for All Coverage Types: Two-person coverage plans would be more fairly supported, ensuring that no one’s left at a disadvantage.
Take Action Now
Your voice matters. Legislators need to hear from you today. With only a short time left in this legislative session, we must urge our elected officials to support HB 6058. Your email or phone call can make a difference.
Sample Message to Legislators
Feel free to personalize the message below to fit your own words and experiences:
Subject Line: Please Support HB 6058 – Keep Education Affordable
Dear [Representative/Senator Name],
As a member of the Berkley Education Association, I am writing to urge your support for HB 6058. This important legislation will help ensure that school districts can more fairly and predictably contribute to employee health care costs. By increasing the district’s share, providing future cost adjustments, addressing two-person coverage issues, and allowing for greater local bargaining flexibility, HB 6058 helps educators continue doing what we do best—serving our students—without the added worry of skyrocketing health expenses.
Your support of HB 6058 will have a direct, positive impact on educators in our community and the quality of education we provide. Thank you for considering my perspective and for standing with Michigan’s teachers and students.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your School or Position]
Berkley Education Association Member
Your Advocacy Makes a Difference
By taking just a few minutes to contact your legislators, you can help secure affordable, predictable health care benefits. This is a critical moment—let’s make our voices heard and ensure that lawmakers support the well-being of educators, students, and our entire school community.
