Families are confused over health-care law's coverage for young adults

By N.C. Aizenman

Washington Post Staff Writer
Sunday, June 27, 2010

It is among the top early selling points of the health-care overhaul -- a new rule that has particular appeal for middle-class, middle-age voters: Young adults who lack health insurance will soon be able to remain on their parents' plans until age 26.

But although Obama administration officials note that the provision will help millions, the benefit is proving less immediate than many families expect.