Last week, Randy Rodgers, JABA's Manager of Insurance Counseling, urged people who've lost their jobs due to the pandemic to visit HealthCare.gov for affordable health insurance options. Individuals who lose their job-based coverage qualify for a Special Enrollment Period (SEP) on HealthCare.gov.

Now Attorney General Mark Herring is encouraging people to do the same.

“I am urging any Virginian who has lost their job to check HealthCare.Gov and see if they are eligible for a special enrollment period," said AG Herring. "While it is always important to have healthcare coverage, it is even more critical during a public health crisis for your own health and safety, and for the health and safety of your families and communities.” Read more

Of course, the health insurance landscape can be confusing, but free, local help is available from JABA. Call JABA Insurance Counseling at 434-817-5248 to schedule a phone appointment.