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H.R. 1287, the Fix FEDVIP Age Act, would expand eligibility for the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP) by raising the maximum age for dependent children from 22 to 26. Specifically, it amends title 5 of the U.S. Code (5 U.S.C. 8901(5)) to strike the age 22 wherever it appears and replace it with 26. The change is intended to align FEDVIP with common practice for other federal benefits and with many private-sector plans, allowing more young adults to stay covered under FEDVIP through age 26. The bill does not specify funding changes or new subsidies; it simply changes eligibility standards for FEDVIP coverage.
Key Points
- 1Amends 5 U.S.C. 8901(5) to raise the dependent-child eligibility age for FEDVIP from 22 to 26.
- 2Applies to dependent children of federal employees (and others eligible for FEDVIP coverage) who would otherwise age out at 22.
- 3Represents alignment with other federal benefits and common employer/health coverage practices that extend dependent coverage to age 26.
- 4The bill does not create new funding or subsidies; FEDVIP premiums are generally paid by enrollees and the government does not provide a direct premium subsidy for FEDVIP.
- 5The short title of the bill is the “Fix FEDVIP Age Act,” and it was introduced in the House and referred to the Committee on Oversight and Reform.
Impact Areas
Primary group/area affected: Dependent children of federal employees and retirees who would be eligible for FEDVIP coverage up to age 26, expanding access to dental and vision benefits for this group.Secondary group/area affected: FEDVIP program administration (OPM and participating plans) will need to update eligibility systems and enrollment processes to reflect the new age limit.Additional impacts: Potential changes in enrollment patterns and premium dynamics for FEDVIP (since more dependents may enroll, though premiums are paid by enrollees), and alignment with other federal benefits that cap dependent coverage at 26.
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