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Health Benefits Advisor for Employers

Governmental or Church Plans

If you are not sure whether your health plan meets the definition of a governmental plan or church plan, contact:

U.S. Department of Labor
Employee Benefits Security Administration
Office of Regulations and Interpretations
200 Constitution Avenue, NW
Room N-5669
Washington, DC 20210
(202) 693-8500
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ebsa/about-ebsa/ask-a-question/ask-ebsa

If it is determined that your plan is not a governmental or church plan, please revisit the Advisor and continue with the plan coverage and compliance questions.

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