American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (COBRA)
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) provides premium reductions and additional election opportunities for health benefits under the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985, commonly called COBRA (applicable to employers with 20 or more employees).
On April 15, 2010, the Federal Government extended the eligibility period for COBRA premium assistance until May 31, 2010. The extension also provides coverage for individuals who lost their jobs between March 31 and April 15.
Please visit the links below for more information on the American Recovery Act and its COBRA provisions.
Additional Resources
COBRA Frequently Asked Questions
Wisconsin Continuation FAQs
US Department of Labor
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Wisconsin Commissioner of Insurance
Internal Revenue Service
Please note: COBRA and Wisconsin Continuation laws involve employer responsibilities. Providing this information to employer groups and their agents is a courtesy only and is not part of Dean Health Plan's responsibility under the insurance plan. Employer groups are advised to consult their own legal, tax, or compliance professionals on this issue. For more information, please visit the websites located in the resources box.
