2021 Blog Archives

On March 11, 2021, President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) into law. Included in this legislation are important requirements related to COBRA. 

On April 7, 2021 the Department of Labor (DOL) released new COBRA model notices required under ARPA, as well as a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document for the administration of COBRA subsidies. COBRA Qualifying Event notices have been updated in accordance with the new model notices. A summary  of employer requirements and important next steps for COBRA administrators may be found below.