On May 13, 2010, interim final rules implementing the mandated expansion of eligibility for adult dependent children were issued.  Beginning January 1, 2011 for calendar year plans, all covered plans, including grandfathered plans, offering dependent coverage must offer such coverage for adult children until age 26.  Plans will no longer be able to condition a child’s eligibility on financial support, marital status, employment status or student status.  Further, plans cannot require higher premiums/surcharges or limit available coverage options for children who are under age 26, unless such higher premiums or limitations apply to all dependents regardless of age.  Please see the attached Legal Alert for additional information by clicking here.