Covered California Board Meeting
The executive director's report detailed various updates including federal and state policy shifts, legislative actions, and programmatic status reports. Key topics included the court-ordered stay of provisions in the 2027 Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters final rule, the new public charge final rule effective date, and submitted comments on the Essential Health Benefits framework. The board reviewed updates on service center performance metrics, Covered California for Small Business enrollment and plan partnerships, CalHEERS consumer website migration, and outreach and sales efforts regarding non-English enrollment support. Additionally, legislative budget actions impacting state premium subsidies and affordability funds were discussed.