Avoiding Costly "Employer Payment Plan" Status for Travel Benefits

Summary

In light of the U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization overruling the constitutionally protected right to an abortion, many employers have announced various travel benefits that may cover employees who wish to seek abortion services that might not be available in their state. While many employers have included that travel benefit as a component of their group health plans, other employers have explored travel benefits outside of the group health plan.