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If finalized recently proposed rules would impact both STLDIs and certain supplemental fixed indemnity benefits.
This advisory begins with key developments to be aware of for 2023 and then provides a high-level review of 2022 developments.
The new rule bases affordability on the cost of employer-sponsored coverage for families.
New requirements for group health plans are effective for plan years starting on or after Jan. 1, 2022
Implications for future health care policy Highlights for employers
The legislation contains a variety of provisions of interest to employers, including economic and tax relief opportunities and new requirements for group health plans.
Response to COVID-19 and other legislative and regulatory developments
Cadillac plan tax repeal and other highlights
This article provides a high-level overview of key provisions in the proposed rule.
Exploring Medicare proposals part II
This article provides a high-level overview of the current Medicare program and proposals to expand Medicare.
This article provides a high-level overview of the court case and potential long-term implications.
What changed, what didn’t and what you can expect in the year ahead.
President signs executive order directing agencies to review and modify Affordable Care Act (ACA) regulations in key areas.
While legislative efforts to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act (ACA) have stalled, changes to health care policy may still occur in the year ahead.
This article provides a summary of key provisions of the AHCA of interest to employers of all sizes.
This article provides a high-level summary of key provisions in the final market stabilization rule.
Temporary COVID-19 relief provisions have differing effective dates. This guide can help employers to know what expires when.
On November 5, 2021, OSHA published an ETS that requires employers with 100 or more employees to establish COVID-19 vaccination requirements for their employees, including implementation of a mandatory vaccination or weekly testing policy.
IRS Notice 21-31, issued May 18, 2021, provides helpful guidance in a Q&A format on the temporary COBRA premium subsidy enacted as part of the American Recovery Plan Act of 2021.
The ARP contains a variety of provisions of interest to employers, including new economic relief and tax credit opportunities.
Several new developments have made Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans more available and attractive. Loan application deadline is now May 31.
The Economic Aid Act extends the authority of the Small Business Administration (SBA) to make additional PPP loans through March 31, 2021.
This article provides a high-level overview of the compensation limit as applied to owner-employees, focusing on two of the most common small business types.
This article provides a high-level summary of the Flexibility Act and the SBA’s new guidance for borrowers.
This advisory is intended to provide general information to address some of the most frequently asked questions about the PPP.
On April 3, 2020, the Small Business Association provided clarification on several questions related to the new Paycheck Protection Program.
This article provides an overview of new loan opportunities and tax relief provisions of interest to small employers.
This article provides a high-level summary of key requirements for HDHPs, focusing on more recent developments.
This article provides a high-level summary of these new options in the IRS notice for employers.
This article provides a high-level summary of these new options in the IRS notice for employers.
This article provides an overview of HSAs. Future articles will address key compliance issues and any applicable regulatory or legislative developments in greater detail, if they occur.
Final rules eliminate prior restrictions on HRAs and usher in a new era for employer options. This article provides a summary and comparison of the new rules and HRA options.
The following FAQs provide useful information regarding QSEHRAs.
This advisory provides an overview of three new important developments.
Frequently asked questions and answers about the employer paid leave tax credit
This advisory provides a high-level overview of some key provisions in the act, focusing particularly on 401(k) and other defined contribution plan issues for small employers.
This advisory provides a high-level overview of the proposed rule to help employers and benefits administrators understand its implications for delivery of retirement plan information in 2020.
This article highlights key changes so far relating to health plans, retirement plans and federal taxes, as well as a look to what still lies ahead.
This advisory provides a high-level overview of certain aspects of these recent tax law changes.
What are they and why do they matter?
A quick guide to understanding the nuances between health plan options.
This article discusses the recent criminal case and provides guidance to help identify faulty schemes.
This advisory provides a detailed look at IRS guidance to help clear up confusion.
This article discusses the tax issues and the IRS memos and is relevant to employers of all sizes.
This advisory provides an overview of key issues employers should consider when reviewing current coverage options for abortion related services.
The disclosure and reporting requirements impose significant new obligations on insurers with respect to of individual market polices (other than excepted benefits) and STLDI.
The disclosure requirement imposes significant new obligations on group health plan fiduciaries and service providers, and the DOL is expected to audit for compliance with the new rules.
This advisory provides a high-level discussion of the extensions as applicable to private sector employer sponsored plans.
Primarily of interest to small employers and business owners with 50 or fewer employees, AHPS may also be of interest to some large employers.
Frequently asked questions and answers to help employers navigate the ins and outs of putting a defined contribution model in place.
Key details to consider when deciding if a cafeteria plan is right for your business.
