All HCSP contract language must be reviewed and approved by MSRS when an employer:

• Enrolls in the HCSP for the first time;

• Adds a new employee group that previously did not participate; or

• Modifies the way in which an employee group participates in the Plan.

Once the language has been drafted and approved by the bargaining unit or employer, MSRS must review.

• If approved, MSRS will send email notification to the employer. The employer can remit contributions on behalf of employees.

• If declined, MSRS will offer suggestions to make the language acceptable. The employer should not remit contributions until the contract has been approved.

IMPORTANT!

• Approval for one of your employee union/non-union groups does not constitute approval for all groups. Employers must provide MSRS with contract language for each employee group participating in the HCSP. 

• Never remit contributions for an employee who is in an employee group that has not been approved by MSRS to participate in the HCSP.

For more information about enrollment and the approval process

Please see How to enroll employee groups