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NJ Young Adults Face Insurance Gap | Jersey News
New Jersey’s young adults face a growing health insurance crisis, with nearly 20% of 21-29 year olds uninsured in Passaic, Essex, and Union counties — and 13% statewide, affecting over 134,000 people. The gap widens to 24% for those living near or below twice the poverty line, and young men are disproportionately affected, with 25% uninsured in Passaic versus 16% of women. Despite a state law allowing young adults to stay on parents’ plans until 31, many end up paying full cost out-of-pocket. Rising marketplace enrollment offers hope, but looming expiration of federal subsidies threatens to…
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