After notice and hearing as provided by this subchapter, the trustee may expel from participation in the group program a retiree, dependent, surviving spouse, or surviving dependent child who:

1. (1) submits a fraudulent claim or application for coverage under the group program; or
2. (2) defrauds or attempts to defraud a health benefit plan offered under the group program.

Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1419, Sec. 3, eff. June 1, 2003.

Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1276, Sec. 10A.454(a), eff. Sept. 1, 2003.