Aflac Offers Premium Grace Period for Policyholders Employed by the Federal Government and Impacted by the Shutdown

COLUMBUS, Ga., January 17, 2019 /3BL Media/ -- Aflac Incorporated (NYSE: AFL) announced today that it is offering a grace period for premium payments from policyholders employed by the Federal government who are not receiving pay during the government shutdown. This grace period will extend until payroll resumes for these government employees. Eligible policyholders may inquire about the grace period online at aflac.com or by calling 888.515.1941.

Aflac U.S. President Teresa L. White stated: "We are committed to going the extra mile for those who go the extra mile for our country. This encompasses federal workers furloughed due to the government shutdown, including those active duty members of the Coast Guard, TSA employees and all other impacted government agencies. We have a tremendous appreciation for these committed employees and want to do our very best to support them during this difficult time. We are not only committed to maintaining their coverage, but also to providing benefits should a covered event take place. Aflac's core promise is to be there for our policyholders when they need us most by paying claims fairly and promptly, and this is another way we are making good on that promise."

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