Thursday, May 28, 2009

Change in Age Eligible for Dependents

The Illinois General Assembly passed a Illinois Dependent Care Mandate under the Public Act 95-0958. This mandate states that unmarried dependent can receive coverage under their family policy up to the age of 26 regardless of their student status. This mandate will go into effect on 06/01/2009.

Coverage will also extend to unmarried dependents up to the age of 30, who are residents of Illinois and have served in active or reserve components of any branch of the Armed Forces. These dependents will need to provide proof of military release or discharge (other than dishonorable discharged). To qualify for coverage, the dependent will need to submit a US service form approved by the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs (showing the date of their release from service).

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