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New Jersey Expands Newborn Coverage Mandate for Insured Plans to 90 Days
New Jersey has enacted an updated newborn coverage mandate that extends the period of automatic newborn coverage from 60 days to 90 days under certain health plans. This change reflects New Jersey’s continued effort to expand dependent eligibility protections—but its applicability varies significantly based on funding arrangement. Here’s what you need to know: What This Means for Fully Insured Plans For fully insured plans in New Jersey issued or renewed on or after March 8,
May 8
What Employers Should Know About “Trump Accounts”
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act created a new tax-advantaged vehicle called a Trump Account (TA), which is a new type of traditional individual retirement account (IRA) established by authorized individuals for the benefit of eligible children. These TAs are intended to encourage children to start saving and investing at an early age. Contributions to TAs may start July 4, 2026, and can be made by anyone, including parents/guardians, grandparents, philanthropic contributors a
Mar 16
Creditable Coverage Online Disclosure to CMS Due by March 1, 2026 for Calendar Year Plans
Group health plan (GHP) sponsors that offer prescription drug (Rx) coverage must, at least annually, notify Medicare Part D eligible individuals and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) of their plan’s creditable coverage status. Both disclosures (to Medicare Part D eligible individuals and to CMS) must meet specific form, content and timing requirements as prescribed by CMS . This update addresses the required disclosure to CMS and reminds plan sponsors that on
Jan 23