San Francisco workers must claim SF City Option funds by May deadline | The Locally Times
The Department of Public Health urges eligible employees to access health funds before the May 2026 cutoff date.
San Francisco workers whose employers contributed to the SF City Option program must claim their health funds before the May 2026 deadline. The program provides health reimbursement accounts to eligible employees who do not receive traditional employer-sponsored health insurance. ## Program Requirements The SF City Option program requires certain employers to make health care expenditures on behalf of their employees. These funds are held in accounts that workers can use to pay for medical expenses, including premiums, co-pays, and other health-related costs. The Department of Public Health oversees the administration of these accounts and maintains the records for fund distribution. ## Eligibility and Access Employees qualify for the program if they work for a covered employer and meet specific hours-worked requirements. According to the department’s April 30, 2026, notice, workers should verify their account status through the official program portal to determine if they have unclaimed balances. The city records do not specify the total number of employees currently eligible for these funds or the aggregate dollar amount remaining in unclaimed accounts. ## What to Watch The May 2026 deadline serves as the final window for workers to access these specific health benefits. Residents should check the SF City Option website to confirm their eligibility and initiate the claim process before the month concludes. The Department of Public Health has not released updated guidance regarding extensions beyond the May deadline as of June 12, 2026.