Question of the
Month
Each month our Senior Generalists answer questions, on a broad range of
topics, from our Employer's HR HelpLine clients. At the end of the month,
we review our client questions and pick one to share. Each question has been thoroughly researched and verified. To protect our clients' privacy, company names and identities will not be divulged in any of our questions.
May 2010 Question:
“What employer-related provisions of the Health Care Reform Law are effective in 2010?”
Answer:
- Small Employer Health Insurance Tax Credit (initial phase)
a. 2010 – 2013: 35% credit for cost paid by employer b. Employer must pay at least 50% of the cost
- Dependent coverage through age 26 (for dependents not covered by another employer-sponsored plan)
- Increase in exclusion for employer-provided adoption assistance.
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