COBRA/CAL-COBRA

Federal law and California state law require that most employers sponsoring group health plans, or their insurance carrier, offer Employees and their families the opportunity to elect a temporary extension of health coverage (called “continuation coverage” or “COBRA coverage”) in certain instances where coverage under the plan would otherwise end. Employees will have to pay the entire premium for their continuation coverage and, additionally, may be responsible for an administrative fee. Human Resources can assist with respect to COBRA or Cal-COBRA needs.

It is the Employee’s responsibility to notify Human Resources in writing of any qualifying events which include, but are not limited to, resignation, separation of employment, leave of absence, shortened work hours, divorce or death of a covered spouse, or a dependent reaching 26 years of age, and to keep Human Resources informed of current addresses for the Employee and all dependents.