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Date:12/10/2009

ine with increasing costs. Failing to adjust the contribution cap will cause the value of a $2,500 FSA to plummet to less than half its worth within a decade.

"Everyone that has come to rely on their FSA to hold down their health care costs has something at stake and should take the time to learn more and get involved in encouraging the Senate to protect the benefit," added Jackson. "Our supporters have shown strong opposition to the proposed restrictions, and we hope they will continue to push the Senate to support Senator Schumer's amendment and preserve this valuable benefit, which has empowered millions to play a more active role in managing their health care and getting the care they need."

Proposed restrictions on FSAs will force approximately 7 million hard-working Americans who use their FSAs to cover out-of-pocket health care expenses greater than $2,500 to pay higher taxes and health care costs. As currently crafted, the Senate legislation will cut in half the $5,000 limit on FSA contributions enjoyed by Federal employees. Additionally, state employees in 46 states who currently have FSA contribution limits set at $3,000 or more will be negatively impacted. Sadly, those with the highest out-of-pocket health care costs -- the sickest -- will be hit the hardest by restrictions on FSA use.

About Flexible Spending Accounts

Flexible spending accounts are voluntary, account-based plans that enable millions of Americans to use pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible out-of-pocket health care expenses like prescription drug co-pays, vision and dental costs, office visits and medical supplies.

Most FSA participants are middle income Americans, earning approximately $55,000 annually. Currently, limits on contributions to FSAs are set by individual employers.

Individuals and families with chronic illnesses typically receive the most benefit from FSAs. Even when they are insured, they incur annu
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