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Improved Health Coverage Information After Job Loss

This act aims to improve how health plans inform individuals losing their jobs about their health coverage options. It ensures citizens receive clearer information about COBRA continuation coverage and alternatives available through health insurance marketplaces, including potential financial assistance.
Key points
COBRA continuation coverage notices will include website addresses for health insurance marketplaces (e.g., healthcare.gov).
Information will clearly explain that individuals can choose marketplace coverage with financial assistance instead of COBRA.
Notices will detail consumer protections and financial assistance availability on health insurance marketplaces.
Individuals will be informed they can apply for Medicaid or CHIP at any time, without a special enrollment period.
Model COBRA notices will be updated and tested to ensure clarity for all citizens.
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Print number: 117_HR_6384
Sponsor: Rep. Harder, Josh [D-CA-10]
Process start date: 2022-01-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Improving Awareness of Health Coverage Options Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6384.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-01-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • COBRA continuation coverage notices will include website addresses for health insurance marketplaces (e.g., healthcare.gov).
  • Information will clearly explain that individuals can choose marketplace coverage with financial assistance instead of COBRA.
  • Notices will detail consumer protections and financial assistance availability on health insurance marketplaces.
  • Individuals will be informed they can apply for Medicaid or CHIP at any time, without a special enrollment period.
  • Model COBRA notices will be updated and tested to ensure clarity for all citizens.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Harder, Josh [D-CA-10].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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