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Delta Air Lines has issued an urgent warning about the impact of ObamaCare, claiming the law's implementation will contribute to a roughly $100 million increase in health care costs next year alone.

The astonishing figure was included in a letter from Delta executive Robert Kight to officials in the Obama administration. The website RedState.com was the first to obtain and publish the letter earlier this week.

A representative with Delta confirmed the authenticity of the letter to FoxNews.com.

"Like many large companies, Delta faces significantly increased healthcare costs in 2014 and beyond," the company said in a statement on Friday. "Delta will absorb the vast majority of those increased costs so that we can continue providing a high value, high quality health plan. Consistent with our culture, Delta will always keep the best interests of our people in mind in connection with the healthcare and other benefits we provide."

In the original letter, Kight disputes the notion that the law -- the biggest parts of which take effect at the start of 2014 -- will mean "business as usual" for big employers. A combination of factors, he claimed, will "mean that the cost of providing health care to our employees will increase by nearly $100,000,000 next year."

Part of that is normal medical inflation and the phase-out of an assistance program tied to the health care law. But a large chunk of it, the exec claimed, comes from various fees and costs associated with the implementation of the health care law.

One of the costly items pertains to an annual fee of $63 per "covered participant" next year. The company estimates this means a more than $10 million expense in 2014. The catch for Delta is that, because many of their employees insure through Delta, the fee meant to help subsidize the health care law's coverage amounts to a "direct subsidy" from the company that provides "zero direct benefit to our participants," Kight said.

Another added cost comes from the requirement to cover children and young adults on parents' plans until they're 26 years old. Kight reports that the change led to 8,000 more people being added to their rolls, at an annual cost of $14 million.

Further, the individual mandate -- or the requirement on individuals to obtain health insurance -- is expected to drive more people into the company plan and drive up their costs by another $14 million.

The letter, which was dated June 13, is among the latest warnings to emerge about the looming costs to businesses from the health care law.

The administration and other supporters of the law argue that it will expand coverage to millions, and use subsidies to help those in need purchase insurance.

But in the process, employers claim they are being forced to change or downsize policies, and reduce worker hours. The latter change is being made because a provision in the law, eventually, will mandate insurance coverage for employees working 30 or more hours -- some are trimming their staff to avoid crossing that threshold.

Inside Higher Ed reported on Friday that Southern Illinois University was the latest to move in that direction, reportedly by limiting the workload of graduate assistants.

Other employers like UPS this week announced that they were planning to end coverage of workers' spouses in part over concern about ObamaCare-tied costs.

Where's the link JL?

Where's the link JL? Originally Posted by Yssup Rider

google it you lazy ass moron

Unless someone substantiates their post, it's bullshit. Of course you wouldn't understand that Muskogee. You're busy cleaning up the spittoons in them truck stop casinos.

Isn't Delta a "union shop"?

http://deltajobs.net/travel_and_benefits.htm

Benefits & Travel Privileges

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Through this exciting perk, our employees have been able to explore amazing destinations all around the world. You can see video highlights of some of our crew members' favorite places by clicking here.


Family members are also eligible for free and reduced rate travel, including:

• Spouse
• Same-sex domestic partner/same-sex spouse (imputed income applies)
• Minor dependent children (under 19 or under 23 if full-time student)
• Parents

Individuals eligible for reduced-rate travel are your:

• Nondependent children
• Travel companion
• Family & Friends guest

You and your eligible pass riders will travel standby, on a space available basis, which means you receive seats only if space is available after all revenue passengers have been boarded. For you and your eligible family members, the flight is free, but when flying to international destinations, there may be government or airport fees. Nevertheless, it is still a great deal.
Before you use your travel privileges, you are required to pay an annual $50 non-refundable activation fee. One fee covers you and your eligible pass riders.
Benefits

As an industry leader, Delta is proud to offer to all of our employees an appealing compensation package including competitive pay, excellent benefits and worldwide travel privileges.

"Health & Wellness


Delta provides health and insurance coverage to full-time and part-time employees and their eligible dependents, including spouse, children and same-sex domestic partner/spouse. You may select medical coverage through three different types of consumer choice medical options. These “account-based plans,” provide comprehensive medical coverage for services ranging from routine check-ups to emergencies and surgeries while also giving you the flexibility to visit the doctors and hospitals of your choice.

• Medical coverage, with options depending on where you live
• Dental coverage with 3 options from which to choose
• Vision coverage through Davis Vision
• Domestic partner program which includes medical, dental and vision
• Life insurance coverage of $50,000 provided by Delta
• Optional additional life/dependent life/group accident/private pilot insurance
• Optional disability benefit
• Flexible spending accounts to cover eligible expenses
• Employee assistance program, which focuses on your mental and emotional well being

Financial


Committed to maximizing your total compensation package and helping you plan for your financial future, Delta provides eligible employees access to a 401(k) savings plan, along with a profit sharing plan and a shared rewards program.

• 401(k) plan with automatic enrollment, automatic company contribution equal to 2% of your eligible pay and a 100% company match for the first 5% you contribute
• Profit sharing with eligibility beginning on day one of employment; payout levels and amounts can vary annually, but in 2007 Delta distributed more than 15% of its pre-tax income
• Shared reward program with monthly payouts based on the achievement of company wide goals
• Credit union membership and services at the Delta Community Credit Union

Lifestyle



As a company that takes people to a higher altitude, Delta is dedicated to helping our employees achieve their loftiest ambitions and aspirations in all aspects of their lives.

• Paid vacation, holiday and personal time
• Free and reduced rate travel benefits for you and your eligible family members
• Matching gifts to education programs, up to $2,000 per year
• Adoption assistance program with eligibility beginning on day one of employment
• Employee discounts on a variety of products and services"

I guess "we" have to prioritize ....

.....increase costs to travel to consumers and maintain free family passes for employees! ETC, ETC.

Where's the link JL? Originally Posted by Yssup Rider

There are dozens of them,
http://www.forbes.com/sites/theapoth...y-100-million/

Yep, we have been notified of a reduction in insurance coverage in order to reduce the cost INCREASE meaning we will pay more for less coverage. IN addition we are having to pay more for coverage of our choice rather than having to go to a specified health care provider.

We have already increased our rates to our customers to cover the cost increases.

Don't worry about it 2Dogs....it hasn't even taken effect yet. It all political posturing at these companies. Those right-wing bastards that run them ya know.

Wrong!!! They are run by left-wing bastards.

http://townhall.com/tipsheet/katiepa...acare-n1641199

Wall street contains liberal companies. The richest billionaires in the U.S. are liberal just look at Bill Gates, Soros, Oprah, etc. etc. etc. They talk about the poor but never give any money to them. They call for higher taxes but as long as you don't take them.

A majority of small business in the U.S. are conservative.

Don't worry about it 2Dogs....it hasn't even taken effect yet. It all political posturing at these companies. Those right-wing bastards that run them ya know. Originally Posted by Chica Chaser

Yada yada yada yada - yeah, the Koch brothers are socialist Kenyan Muslims and the Waltons are communists I hear.

+1 Chica Chaser

Oh, and you TeaTards and ConTards need to get ready for cars to cost $100,000 and gas to be $20 a gallon because I hear the evil EPA is going to regulate tail pipe emissions, horror of horrors!

google it you lazy ass moron Originally Posted by cptjohnstone

Do you really expect ASSUPHISHEAD or any other libtard to do any research? That would be expecting to much from them.