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If you do not follow best practices when using Out of Network (OON) services

– BEFORE paying for or executing services –

it can result in a big bill.

Click HERE to learn more about OON best practices and how they can save you money.

NEW SMM AVAILABLE

Effective July 1, 2025, extended/carryover coverage under the Health Fund and other entertainment industry plans is considered “inactive” coverage for coordination of benefits purposes.

To see the SMM which explains these newly amended rules, click HERE.

Earnings Minimum Increase Notice

Effective May 2, 2025, the minimum for a one hour story plus teleplay is $46,759.

As of July 1, 2025 this will be the minimum required to obtain health coverage.

To find out more, click HERE.

COBRA Rates

If you are using COBRA for your health insurance coverage, the rates are changing as of 4/1/25.

Click HERE to learn more about the new rates.

Annual Funding Notice

The government requires the Pension Plan publish a document in a government-prescribed format about the condition and finances of your Pension Plan. If you would like to see that document, please click here.

Residuals

Residuals are paid to you for reuse of your written work. The WGA collects the payments from your employers and distributes the monies on a quarterly basis. While the green envelope with your residual is always a welcome reward for your hard-earned efforts, please note that not all of your residuals are reportable and subject to contributions.

To learn more, click HERE.

Devastating fires have affected many writers in Los Angeles. We hope that you and your loved ones are safe. Much remains to be determined, but at the moment there are resources available to assist you through these terrible times.

New resources added January 27, 2025

Click HERE to learn more

The PWGA App is Now Available!
 
Also, Big Changes to MyPlans on the PWGA Website! 

For the very first time, you can access Health and Pension Plan information through an app on your favorite mobile device whether it be your phone or tablet. We have updated the website and made MyPlans significantly more capable and secure as well. One registration, two great ways to see your information.