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Benefits Breakdown Newsletter - May 2022

5/16/2022

This month's Benefits Breakdown examines the impact of cybercrime on benefits plans and explains the value of benefits education among young employees.

HR Brief Newsletter - May 2022

5/9/2022

This edition of HR Brief Newsletter discusses the EEOC’s 2021 Annual Performance Report and 2023 Budget Justification, and provides an overview of the DOJ's recent guidance on opioid addiction and the ADA.

Benefits Buzz Newsletter - May 2022

5/2/2022

This month's Benefits Buzz discusses the suspension of notices to delinquent filers of certain returns, as well as the proposed change to the affordability determination for family coverage .

IRS Proposes Change to Family Coverage Affordability Rules

4/28/2022

On April 5, 2022, the IRS released a proposed rule that would change the existing rules for eligibility for the premium tax credit. The rule would provide that affordability of employer-sponsored coverage for family members is determined based on the cost of family coverage. This Legal Update provides an overview of the proposed change.

Washington State Passes Amendments to PFML

4/28/2022

Washington has amended the state’s paid family and medical leave law. This Legal Update discusses key changes for employers, which take effect June 9, 2022.

What Long COVID-19 Means for Return-to-Work Plans

4/28/2022

With most COVID-19 restrictions gone across the country, it might seem like the COVID-19 pandemic is no longer a concern, but that may be wishful thinking. In fact, business leaders caution that COVID-19’s lingering effects may continue to disrupt workplaces now and into the future. This article explains how long COVID-19 may impact employers as they return to in-person operations.

EEOC Opens EEO-1 Reporting Portal for 2021 Workforce Data

4/28/2022

On April 12, 2022, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) opened its portal for employers to begin submitting equal employment opportunity (EEO) data from 2021. This Legal Update provides more information.

Some State Insurance Laws Conflict With Federal HSA Requirements

4/28/2022

General rules for contributions to HSAs strictly limit the types of health plan coverage that eligible individuals may have. However, some states have enacted laws that potentially conflict with federal requirements, which may make certain enrollees ineligible for HSA contributions. This Compliance Bulletin provides an overview of the state laws that potentially conflict with federal HSA requirements.

The Impact of Employee Mental Health and Well-being on Workplaces

4/28/2022

Employee well-being refers to the overall state of employees’ physical, mental, social and financial health, which can often be influenced by various workplace dynamics. This art article provides more information on employee well-being and outlines several workplace well-being initiatives for employers to consider.

IRS Suspends Notices to Filers of Forms 5500, 990 and Others

4/28/2022

On March 22, 2022, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service announced it will temporarily stop sending written notices to certain entities that fall behind on filing obligations related to Forms 5500, 990 and others. This Legal Update provides more information.

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Benefits Breakdown Newsletter - May 2022

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Benefits Buzz Newsletter - May 2022

IRS Proposes Change to Family Coverage Affordability Rules

Washington State Passes Amendments to PFML

What Long COVID-19 Means for Return-to-Work Plans

EEOC Opens EEO-1 Reporting Portal for 2021 Workforce Data

Some State Insurance Laws Conflict With Federal HSA Requirements

The Impact of Employee Mental Health and Well-being on Workplaces

IRS Suspends Notices to Filers of Forms 5500, 990 and Others

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