Benefits attorney Charles C. Shulman discusses the recent extension of the special COBRA provisions under the ARRA including the extension of the eligibility period as well as the maximum period.
Document Excerpt
Legislation enacted December 19, 2009 extends the duration of the stimulus act 65% COBRA premium subsidy for employees involuntarily terminated from 9 months to 15 months, and extends the eligibility period to terminations occurring on or prior to February 28, 2010.
Link http://www.ebeclaw.com/ebeclaw/memos/EBEC_Law_Update_-_Extension_of_Federal_COBRA_Subsidy.pdf
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