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The information and content contained in this blog are for general informational purposes only, and does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice. As always, for specific questions concerning your health or 401(k) plans, please consult your own ERISA attorney or professional advisor.
COBRA Provisions in the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA)
In addition to providing stimulus checks to many Americans, ARPA includes provisions designed to make it easier for people who have lost their jobs to receive health care continuation coverage under COBRA. THE SCOPE OF THE SUBSIDY A COBRA qualified
CAA #6: Continuity of Care Requirements in the Consolidated Appropriations Act
The Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA) includes provisions designed to prevent patients from losing access to an in-network provider (including in-network facilities) while in a course of treatment. Specifically, the Act applies to so-called “continuing care patients” who would lose such
If you Receive a Letter 226-J, Reply Promptly!
Letter 226-J is sent to ALEs who fail to comply with MEC as required by the ACA's employer mandate. Wait...that's a lot of acronyms. What did you say? Letter 226J - A penalty letter sent by the IRS with a
2020 Taxes: Did You Take a Coronavirus-Related Distribution from your 401(k)?
IMPORTANT! If you received a “coronavirus-related distribution” from your 401(k) plan during 2020, don’t forget to report this on your 2020 Federal income tax return! Even though these distributions are exempt from the ten percent early withdrawal penalty, they are