The Illinois Department of Public Health may pay for health insurance coverage with funds appropriated for this purpose on behalf of persons who are infected with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and are eligible for “continuation coverage” as provided by the federal Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 or group health insurance policies. The Illinois Department of Public Health shall adopt rules to establish income eligibility requirements for participation in this health insurance coverage program. The Illinois Department of Public Health shall also adopt rules and regulations to administer this program that are in compliance with the requirements of the federal Ryan White Comprehensive AIDS Resources Emergency Act of 1990.