Governor Kitzhaber talked with Heath and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius about the extension.

It's being extended because of all the technology issues with the Cover Oregon website.

This extended application period is targeted to people purchasing private health insurance coverage either through Cover Oregon or directly from an insurance carrier.

Those who apply through Cover Oreogn before April 30th will not be subject to a federal tax penalty, but those who enroll outside Cover Oregon may have to pay a partial federal penalty.