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What is an Applicable Large Employer?

HealthInsuranceFAQs, March 27, 2025June 16, 2025

An Applicable Large Employer (ALE) is a business with 50 or more full-time and full-time equivalent employees. ALEs must offer health coverage or face possible ACA penalties.

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