FLEX Act

Flexibility Through Lower Expenses Health Care Act or the FLEX Act

This bill provides statutory authority for certain short-term, limited-duration health insurance plans and association health plans.

The bill permits short-term, limited-duration plans to provide coverage for a period of less than 12 months, not including extensions. Under current law, such plans are exempt from certain market requirements of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, such as coverage of individuals with preexisting conditions.

The bill further permits groups or associations of employers to sponsor fully insured group health plans as if they were employers. Such plans may not discriminate based on the health factors of any prospective plan participant for the purpose of granting an employer's membership in the association or determining a participant's eligibility for benefits or premium amounts.

The FLEX Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 742, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide flexibility to states in how they use federal funds for transportation projects.

Specifically, the FLEX Act would allow states to transfer up to 100% of their federal highway funding to other transportation projects, such as public transportation or infrastructure improvements. This would give states more control over how they allocate their transportation funds, allowing them to better address their specific needs and priorities.

Additionally, the FLEX Act would streamline the approval process for transportation projects, making it easier for states to move forward with important infrastructure improvements. This would help to reduce delays and ensure that projects are completed in a timely manner. Overall, the FLEX Act aims to empower states to make more efficient use of federal transportation funds and improve the overall transportation infrastructure in the United States. It is currently being debated in Congress and has the potential to have a significant impact on how transportation projects are funded and implemented across the country.