QST LA 245 Lecture Notes - Lecture 5: Domestic Violence, Chat Room
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Guarantees both men and women up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave each year for: A serious health condition or that of an immediate family member. Despite the protections of fmla, the u. s is the only wealthy country that does not provide mandatory paid maternity leave. Employers with more than 50 employees must offer health insurance or pay a penalty. Individuals who do not otherwise have access can buy it through a health insurance exchange. Most individuals (80%) are covered by their employer or by medicare or medicaid. If an employer offers health coverage, dependent children can stay on until the age of 26. Aca expands coverage of medicaid to all americans under 65 who have incomes below the poverty line. Insurers cannot deny coverage for pre-existing conditions and there are rate restrictions. All health insurance will have to provide a set of minimum benefits including preventive care and contraceptive services. hobby lobby case.
