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2025 Inflation Adjustments for Employee Benefit Plan Limits

The IRS announced its annual inflation adjustments for various employee benefit plan limits effective for taxable years beginning in 2026. HR professionals should be ...
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Draft Forms 1094-C and 1095-C for 2025 Reporting

The IRS has issued draft versions of Forms 1094-C and 1095-C and their instructions for the 2025 tax year. These forms are used by Applicable Large Employers (ALEs), ...
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HR and Health Benefit Laws

The Department of Labor offers a user-friendly resource to help HR professionals navigate the complex web of federal laws affecting employer-sponsored health plans. The ...
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Understanding Gig Workers and ACA Compliance

As employers continue to adapt their workforce models, including the use of gig workers and independent contractors, it's important to understand how these arrangements ...
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Self-Auditing for Compliance: Using the DOL’s PAID Program to Address ...

The U.S. Department of Labor offers an opportunity for employers to identify and correct wage and leave practices that may be out of step with federal law. Through the ...
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Understanding the Look-Back Measurement Method for Calendar Year ...

As employers prepare for the upcoming open enrollment season, it is important to ensure that full-time employees, especially those with variable schedules, are offered ...
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Medicare Part D Creditable Coverage Notice: October 15th Deadline ...

HR professionals must prepare to distribute the annual Medicare Part D Creditable Coverage Notice by October 15, 2025. This federally mandated notice helps ...
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Preparing for Open Enrollment Now

It may feel early to think about open enrollment, but getting started now can help ensure a smoother, more organized process. Early preparation gives HR teams time to ...
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Integrating Lifestyle Spending Accounts into Benefits Packages

Employers are increasingly looking beyond traditional health and retirement benefits to meet the evolving needs of their workforce. One benefit gaining traction is the ...
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Self-Insured vs. Fully Insured Employer Responsibilities under the ACA

Simplify ACA Reporting with Our Affordable and Accurate Solution For pricing and more information, click here. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires Applicable Large ...
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