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Sunday, October 18, 2026● Updated 6:00 AM ET
Insurance & ACA

Broker group sues to end the freeze on new HealthCare.gov agents

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The National Association of Benefits and Insurance Professionals filed suit in federal court in Maryland, saying CMS skipped public comment and lacks authority for the pause. CMS says the freeze is meant to stop fraud and improper sign-ups.

Source: Healthcare Dive

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