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Life · Chapter 21 · Group Life

Dependent Coverage (Group Life)

Definition
A group member's dependent spouse and children may be covered — up to an amount not to exceed the amount of insurance for which the employee or member is insured.
In plain English
The family can be on the plan, but never insured for more than the worker.
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