Several State Officials Say They Lack The Authority, Capacity To Properly Regulate Marketing Of Short-Term Health Plans

A major concern from state regulators is whether short-term plans are deceptively marketed to residents, a study finds. The plans offer fewer benefits than a plan sold on an ACA exchange and don't cover pre-existing conditions, potentially leaving consumers with more out-of-pocket costs. Meanwhile, the Kansas Farm Bureau is petitioning lawmakers to essentially be given authority to develop and market health coverage free of state and federal oversight.

from Kaiser Health News http://bit.ly/2SnO3r2