Legislation Introduced on Affordable Care Act’s Large Employer Definition

Today, a group of Democrat Senators, led by Senator Heidi Heitkamp (D-N.D.) introduced legislation that would ease the transition for small businesses complying with the Affordable Care Act (ACA). This legislation, the Small Business Stability Act, would modify the large employer definition under the ACA for purposes of the employer mandate from 50 full-time equivalents to 100 full-time equivalents. AGC sent a letter in support of the Small Business Stability Act. The bill is among a number of changes AGC has been advocating for that would provide greater certainty and flexibility to small employers. This bill would help ensure that employer-sponsored coverage remains a competitive and affordable option for both employers and employees, especially for employers with unique and variable work hour workforces. AGC will continue to look for ways to ease the burden and compliance obstacles for employers, with the hope of making the transition to the complex law smoother for employers nationwide. For more information, please contact Jim Young at (202) 547-0133 or youngj@agc.org.