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HBI’s J.P. Wieske Testifies on CT Single Payer Bill

On March 6, 2025, HBI Executive Director J.P. Wieske testified in front of the Connecticut House of Representatives Committee on Human Services on House Bill 7101.

HBI Calls on the Tri-Agencies to Place Consumers First with STLDI, Excepted Benefits Comment Letter

The Health Benefits Institute submitted comments today in response to the proposed rule entitled Short-Term, Limited-Duration Insurance; Independent, Noncoordinated Excepted Benefits Coverage; Level-Funded Plan Arrangements; and Tax Treatment of Certain Accident and Health Insurance, issued by the Department of the Treasury, the Department of Labor, and the Department of Health and Human Services (the Departments).

HBI Weighs in on NAIC Improper Marketing Efforts

The Health Benefits Institute submitted comments today in response to the NAIC Improper Marketing Committee’s request for comments on the proposed amendments to Model 880, the Unfair Trade Practices Act.

HBI Comments on Virginia Insurance Rulemaking

On September 30th, 2022, HBI submitted comments in response to Virginia’s proposed INS-2022-00073 rule dealing with excepted benefits, student health, and other products.

HBI Executive Director Testifies at Connecticut Insurance Department Hearing

HBI Executive Director J.P. Wieske testified Monday at the Connecticut Insurance Department Rate Hearing. Read his full testimony below.

Fixing the “Family Glitch” Should Not Create New Problems

The Council for Affordable Health Coverage (CAHC) and the Health Benefits Institute (HBI) submitted joint comments to the Internal Revenue Service as it considers solutions to the so-called “family glitch.”

Affordable Care Act (ACA) Exchange Report Card: Exchanges Make Progress, More Work Needed to Improve Consumer Experience

Coinciding with the beginning of the 2022 ACA open enrollment period, HBI joined sister coalition the Council for Affordable Health Coverage (CAHC) releasing its 4th annual report grading the performance of online options for enrollment that consumers can access.

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HBI Comments on Public Option RFI

HBI submitted comments today in response to a request for information (RFI) from Chairman Pallone (D-NJ) of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce and Chairwoman Murray (D-WA) of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions relating to the implementation of a public option.

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HBI Comments on NAIC Model 171

On Friday, HBI submitted comments on the updated National Association of Insurance Commissioner’s (NAIC) Model 171 framework.

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Colorado Public Option Op-ed

HBI Executive Director J.P. Wieske penned an op-ed pertaining to the Colorado “public option” bill currently moving through the state legislature. The op-ed points out the shortcomings of the bill and discusses the harmful outcomes were it to pass.

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ACA Guidance Round-Up: Draft Letter To Issuers, QHP Compliance Report, HRAs, And More - 2/12/20

On January 31, 2020, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released its proposed 2021 Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters rule...


Reimbursement plans seen as cost-saving alternative to group insurance - 2/5/20

Federal rules that allow you to give your employees money to buy their health insurance in the individual market as an alternative to operating a costly traditional group plan just took effect.

 
President Trump Is Working To Ensure That Every American Has Access To Better Healthcare At Lower Cost- 2/4/20

"We believe in freedom. We believe in choice. We believe in the highest standard of care in the world."


Alternatives To Obamacare - 1/30/19

According to Gallup, the number of people who are uninsured has risen over the last two years. Although this conclusion is disputed by government estimates, it’s very possible that no one is measuring the phenomenon correctly.


Cigna, Oscar Health Form New Brand for Small Business Plans - 1/15/20

The Cigna + Oscar brand will sell small business plans that aim for affordability and integration with telehealth solutions.


Trump admin urges SCOTUS to delay review of ACA case until after election - 1/14/20

The Trump administration and a group of Republican-led states on Friday urged the Supreme Court to reject Democratic officials' request that the high court quickly review a case challenging the Affordable Care Act's (ACA) constitutionality.


Trump, red states ask Supreme Court to refuse Obamacare case before election - 1/10/20

The Trump administration and Republican-led states are urging the Supreme Court to swat away Democrats’ request to immediately review a lawsuit threatening Obamacare, which would ensure the politically fraught case doesn’t get resolved until after November’s election.


A Cheaper Alternative to Obamacare Is a Hit in Idaho - 1/10/20

‘Enhanced’ short-term plans prove popular despite higher costs for people with pre-existing conditions.


IRS Clarifies ACA ‘Pay or Play’ Rules to Individual Health Reimbursement Arrangements (IHRAs) - 1/8/20

New proposed regulations from the IRS are designed to clarify the nondiscrimination rules pertaining to Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement…


Employee Health Benefits Evolve Amidst New Regulations for ICHRAs in 2020 - 1/8/20

Ahead of the induction of new regulations for ICHRAs in 2020, Kristen Appleman, Vice President Health & Wealth at ADP TotalSource shares considerations for employers and HR leaders to successfully navigate compliance of legal changes, while also balancing the overall employee experience.