Time to Review COBRA Notices for New Regs

The Department of Labor ("DOL") released proposed regulations (the "Regulations") on May 28, 2003 regarding the timing and content of the notice requirements which the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 ("COBRA") imposes on plan administrators of group health plans ("GHPs"), employers, and GHP participants.

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