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Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act 29 U.S.C. §§ 1161 et seq . (2000) Requires continuation of health insurance coverage for up to 18 months after an employee leaves Not applicable to insurance plans maintained by tribes if ◦ Tribal employees employed in traditional governmental roles Insurance plans for commercial tribal enterprises are subject to COBRA
Workers’ Compensation General Rule: State labor and employment laws do not apply to employers operating solely on Indian reservation ◦ California v. Cabazon Band of Mission Indians, 480 U.S. 202, 208 (1987) Except : 40 U.S.C. § 290 provides state authority to apply workers’ compensation laws to all lands owned or held by the US within the state. Interpretation – state workers’ compensation laws may apply
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