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Laws and Regulations

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Key Laws

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Affordable Care Act (ACA)
This act adds many protections related to employment-based group health plans.

Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act (CHIPRA)
This act creates special enrollment opportunities for employees and dependents who are eligible for, but not enrolled in, a group health plan.

Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA)
This act provides a way for workers and their families to temporarily maintain their employer-provided health insurance during situations such as job loss or a reduction in hours worked.

Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA)
This act provides critical protections that have safeguarded workers retirement, health, and other job-based benefits.

Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) of 2008
This act provides federal protections for certain types of health plans.

No Surprises Act
This act protects patients from unexpected medical bills when they receive certain types of out-of–network care.

Regulatory Resources

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Code of Federal Regulations
Find interpretative bulletins, browse regulations, and learn about the Regulatory Procedure Notice No. 2025-01.

Exemptions
Browse EXPRO authorizations, learn about class and individual exemptions, find exemption procedures, and read about the Entities Relying on PTE 84-14.

Federal Register Materials
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Guidance
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Peer Review
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Public Comments
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Regulations Open for Comment
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Regulatory Agenda
Browse the list of regulations EBSA plans to consider, propose, or review.

Technical Appendices
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