DOL Seeks to Keep Old Health Plans' Secrets in Check
Published Date: 4/30/2025
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Summary
The Department of Labor is asking for approval to collect info about health plans that were around before the Affordable Care Act started. This affects insurance companies and employers who offer these 'grandfathered' plans, making sure they share clear info and keep good records. They want to keep things simple and on schedule, so everyone knows what’s up without extra costs or confusion.
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