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Sheriff seeks MOU with HP Freedom to help pre-trial inmates apply for medical coverage; commissioners approve
Summary
Sheriff Steve Bush asked the board to approve an MOU with HP Freedom to assist pre-trial inmates in applying for medical insurance that could apply during incarceration and be continued after release; the board approved the MOU unanimously.
Stan Heil told commissioners he reached out to Assured Partners about inmate medical coverage but had not heard back; Sheriff Steve Bush asked the board to move forward with an MOU with HP Freedom to assist pre-trial inmates in applying for medical insurance. "They will also be allowed to carry this insurance into their normal life upon release," Heil said, describing one intended benefit.
Commissioner Frank Loop moved to approve the MOU with HP Freedom and Jason Sharp seconded; the board approved the measure unanimously. County staff said the MOU is intended to help pre-trial inmates apply for coverage that may apply during incarceration up to sentencing and may persist after release.
No contract details or costs were discussed in the meeting minutes; the board approved moving forward with the MOU to facilitate application support for eligible individuals.
