The most recent iteration of the current jobs bill being considered by the Senate has stripped out a second extension of the 65% COBRA subsidy for certain laid-off workers, according to the Christian Science Monitor (2/11).
With Congress back in session this week, we should get an idea of whether the subsidy will be added back in, considered in a different bill, or allowed to expire on March 1.
California workers at smaller companies who qualify for Cal-Cobra, not COBRA, may also eligible for the subsidy if they are involuntarily terminated before March 1. You can find detailed information from the Department of Managed Healthcare.
