August Recess is underway! Every year, the House and Senate adjourn for the annual Congressional summer recess. This year, the House will be on recess until September 12 and the Senate will reconvene on September 4. This is a prime time to meet with your federal legislators about NABIP\u2019s talking points, which this year is focused on getting the Employer Reporting Improvement Act across the finish line. \n\nIn addition to August Recess, a mental health parity proposed rule and technical release was issued by the tri-agencies early last week. \n\nTo discuss these items, on this week\u2019s episode of the Healthcare Happy Hour, is NABIP Senior Vice President of Government Affairs John Greene and Vice President of Congressional Affairs Michael Andel.