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Arkansas COBRA Guidelines
Arkansas employers with fewer than 20 employees are not subject to federal COBRA but must comply with Arkansas mini-COBRA (Ark. Code Ann. §23-86-114). This reference guide covers the state continuation requirements, election periods, premium rules, and how they interact with federal COBRA for employers who cross the 20-employee threshold.
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Reviewed and updated for plan year 2026 ·
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Arkansas COBRA Guidelines
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Based on Ark. Code Ann. §23-86-114 and DOI guidance. Updated for 2026.
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