This bill allows members of the Selected Reserve and National Guard who work for the federal government as civilians to choose between military healthcare (TRICARE Reserve Select) and federal employee health insurance plans. Currently, federal employee health benefits rules prohibit these military reservists from enrolling in TRICARE plans, forcing them to choose one or the other. The legislation removes this restriction effective January 1, 2026, giving these service members access to both healthcare options simultaneously. Congress argues this change will improve healthcare continuity when reservists are mobilized for active duty and will strengthen military readiness by ensuring affordable, comprehensive health coverage for reserve forces and their families.
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