TheWGAhas been on strike since May 2, SAG-AFTRA since July 14.

This will come as a great relief to our members, said SAG-AFTRA President Fran Drescher.

The solution were all hoping for, however, is that the AMPTP will return to the bargaining table.

Hollywood strikes picket line

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Participants who lose active coverage but dont qualify for the extension will receive a COBRA offer from the Plan.

The SAG-AFTRA Health Plan is governed independent of the union.

WGA West building in Hollywood