Plain-English explanation
Under federal ACA rules, many young adults can stay on a parent's health plan until age 26. Some state or plan-specific situations may differ, but 30 is not the general federal rule.
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Can I stay on my parents health insurance until 30?
Under federal ACA rules, many young adults can stay on a parent's health plan until age 26. Some state or plan-specific situations may differ, but 30 is not the general federal rule.
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