Common use of Transition Coverage Clause in Contracts

Transition Coverage. 11.10.1 Pursuant to Federal Law (COBRA), a unit member who resigns, is laid off, or is terminated (except for gross misconduct) is entitled to continue group health plan coverage at the group rate for up to eighteen (18) months. Group health plan includes the package of Health, Dental and Vision coverage. 11.10.2 In certain circumstances, a unit member’s spouse, former spouse, or dependent child may have a right to continued coverage for up to thirty-six (36) months. 11.10.3 All such continued coverage is at the sole cost of the unit member or other qualified individual.