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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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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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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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ACA Compliance Alert: Don't Overlook Dependent Social Security Number ...

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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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ACA Penalties Set to Rise in 2026

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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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Open Enrollment Planning Checklist: A 90-Day Countdown

Open enrollment season can feel like a marathon sprint, but successful HR professionals know the secret: it's all in the preparation. With about three months to go, ...
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VETS-4212 Reporting Deadline Approaching

Federal contractors and subcontractors with contracts or subcontracts valued at $150,000 or more must submit the VETS-4212 report to the U.S. Department of Labor between ...
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ACA Compliance: Determining Full-Time Employee Status

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires certain employers to offer health coverage to full-time employees or face potential employer shared responsibility penalties. ...
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