HEALTH INSURANCE ASSISTANCE FOR THE UNEMPLOYED ACT OF 2009 Brings Changes to COBRA Administration

Significant changes are coming to COBRA administration. Currently, the House (H.R. 598) and Senate (S. 29) are considering proposals that would subsidize coverage and expand the amount of coverage available for older and long-tenured employees. These changes will likely require more complex COBRA administration and updates to initial rights notices, qualifying event notices, and premium collection processes.