Health law sign-ups hit snag on big weekend

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Obama administration says some people trying to sign up for health insurance ahead of a looming deadline are getting snagged by technical difficulties.<br /> <br /> Administration spokeswoman Katie Hill says some haven't been able to get their income information electronically verified.<br /> <br /> That's crucial because the amount of financial assistance to help pay premiums is based on people's income.<br /> <br /> The IRS handles income verification for the HealthCare.gov website.<br /> <br /> The glitch seemed to be affecting people with new applications.<br /> <br /> People who previously submitted their income details - but hadn't completed the final step of picking a plan - were able to do so.<br /> <br /> Hill says people affected by the glitch will still be able to apply.<br /> <br /> The deadline in the 37 states served by HealthCare.gov is 2:59 a.m. Eastern time Monday.

http://accesswdun.com/article/2015/2/285261