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April 2019
In This Issue:
ERISA Preempts Certain State Wage Withholding LawsNew Jersey Small Employer Stop Loss Bill
Proposed Changes to Out-of-Pocket Maximums and Prescription Drug Coverage
Good Wills: Why 401k Participants Need a Plan in Place
December 2018
In This Issue:
Safe Harbor 401(k) Plans2019 Cost of Living Adjustments
Extension of Deadline for 2018 Forms 1095-C
New Prescription Drug Oversight, Transparency, and Opioid Abuse Legislation
7 Rules Every Professional Fiduciary Must Follow
July 2018
In This Issue:
10 Reasons to Include Life Insurance in a Qualified PlanAssociation Health Plans Final Rules
Health & Welfare Plan Reporting & Disclosure Obligations
2018: Second Quarter Compliance Digest
Is Your 401K Plan Ready for Rising Interest Rates?
401K Notice Distribution: Hard Copy vs. Electronic Copy
March 2018
In This Issue:
IRS Decreases Some 2018 Limits Including Maximum Family HSA ContributionShort-Term Spending Bill Delays Cadillac Plan Tax and Extends CHIP
19% of Working Americans Are Not Saving Anything
Insights on Retirement Plan Stranded Accounts
September 2017
In This Issue:
Cybersecurity Requirements for NY Licensed AgentsNew York Paid Family Leave Tax Guidance Issued
Customized Retirement Plan Communications Pack a Bigger Punch
The Top 5 Mistakes Made by 401(k) Plan Sponsors
May 2017
In This Issue:
2018 Inflation Adjusted Amounts for HSAs2017 First Quarter Compliance Digest
House Passes Bill to Repeal Obamacare
Plan Sponsors Want Help with DOL Fiduciary Duties
401(k) Fees – Frequently Asked Questions by Plan Fiduciaries
January 2017
In This Issue:
Departments Issue 35th FAQRelief for Small Employers with HRAs
Update on the Status of the ACA
Auto-Features and Education Can Increase DC Plan Participation
401k and Retirement Plan Limits for the Tax Year 2017
December 2016
In This Issue:
Extension of Deadline for 2016 Forms 1095 CElection Results and the ACA
Beware of Phishing Email Disguised as Privacy Audit Letter
Adjusted PCOR Fee for Fifth FIling Year Released
October 2016
In This Issue:
HHS Penalties Increase2016 Transitional Reinsurance Fee Form Now available
2016 Third Quater Compliance Digest
September 2016
In This Issue:
Opt Out Bonuses May Affect AffordabilityMedicare Part D Reminder to Distribute Creditable Coverage Notice
No Such Thing as a Free Retirement Plan
The 401(k) Is Wreaking Havoc on Retirement
June 2016
In This Issue:
Employers Advised To Reevaluate Retirment Readiness GapsDepartment Issue 31st Set of FAQs
Checking Your Employee Handbook for Benefit Provision
March 2016
In This Issue:
Form 1095-C Notification Reminder and Frequently Asked QuestionsNew SBC Template Implementation Announced
New York City Transit Benefit Mandate
Supreme Court Finds State Reporting Law Is Preempted by ERISA
Tips to Help Highly Compensated Employees Maximize Their Retirement Saving
401k Plan Sponsors Shift From Investment Focus to Emphasizing Retirement Readiness
February 2016
In This Issue:
2016 Poverty Line GuidelinesNew Guidance Addresses Account Based Plans
New Qualified Transit and Parking Guidance
Bringing DC Participant Personas Into Focus
Infographic: Trends in Employer-Sponsored Retirement Plans
Retirement Plans Are Not Enough to Meet Workforce's Changing Needs
October 2015
In This Issue:
The Pace Act Halts Small Group ExpansionEmployees on Leave May be FT
Ajdusted PCOR Fee for Fourth Filing Released
September 2015
In This Issue:
New Law Clarifies Employer Mandate and HSA Eligibility for VeteransMedicare Part D
Final Rules Clarify Required Coverage
Final Rules Address the Contraceptives Mandate
July 2015
In This Issue:
Supreme Court Same Sex MarriageNew Reporting Requirements
Final SBC Rules Issued
Compliance Compilation
June 2015
In This Issue:
Protection for LGBT WorkersPreventivie Items and Services
Out of Pocket Requirement
5500 Filing Reminder
May 2015
In This Issue:
Cadillac Tax Part 2Cadillac Tax Part 1
2016 HSA Limits
2016 Cost Sharing Limits
February 2015
In This Issue:
Retroactive 2014 Qualified Transit Vanpooling Exclusion AdjustmentProposed Regulations on Summary of Benefits and Coverage
2015 Federal Poverty Line
January 2015
In This Issue:
Proposed Rules Issued Reqarding Wraparound CoverageACA Impact on Expatriate Plans Eased
November 2014
In This Issue:
The Pros and Cons of Cash Balance Pension Plans KiplingerSupreme Court to Hear Challenge
IRS Derails Use of MV Plans
HPID Requirements Delayed
October 2014
In This Issue:
IRS Coordinates Cafeteria Plan Rules with the ACAHPID Reference Guide and FAQs
Final Rules Released on Excepted Benefits
California Creates New Paid Sick Leave Lawpdf
September 2014
In This Issue:
Treatment of InternsCertain Affordable Care Act Provisions Will No Longer Apply
CA Aligns Waiting Period with ACA
ACA Checklist
August 2014
In This Issue:
New Employer Reporting Requirements in 2016Informal IRS Comments Help
Another Blow to the ACA
July 2014
In This Issue:
Waiting Period Final RegulationsSupreme Court Decision
FMLA Proposed Rules
May 2014
In This Issue:
Nineteenth Set of FAQsHSA Eligibilty Health FSA Carryovers
Comparative Effectiveness Fee
2015 Inflation Adjusted Amounts for HSAs
February 2014
In This Issue:
Transmittal of Claim Payments for Self Insured PlansThe 7 Hottest 401K trends for 2014
Sponsors Juice Up 401k Plans
Same Sex FAQs After Supreme Court Case
December 2013
In This Issue:
10 Concepts That Every Retirement Plan Sponsor Should KnowHealth Reform - Delay for Online Enrollment in SHOP
Health Reform - Exchange Enrollment Periods
Health Reform - W-2 Reporting Reminder
September 2013
In This Issue:
Self-Insured Health PlansContraceptive Coverage
Health Reform
Medicare Part D
Reform
Same-Sex Spouses
August 2013
In This Issue:
Final Wellness Regulations IssuedEmployer Penalty Delay: What are the Consequences?
Now What? Employer Benefits Obligations Post-DOMA
Limit on Waiting Period for California Employees
May 2013
In This Issue:
Health Reform - Regulation Issued on Small Group Exchange PlansHealth Reform - SHOP Exchange Delay
Workers Need Incentives to Change Poor Health, Wealth Behaviors
Health Reform - Proposed Regulations Issued on 90-Day Waiting Period
Health Insurance Exchanges - Model Notices Now Available
March 2013
In This Issue:
Employer Health Coverage Safe for Now?Employers Making Retirement Readiness a Top Priority
Success in a DC Plan: What Is It and Do You Know Whether You Are Succeeding
February 2013
In This Issue:
How to Spot Hidden Provider CostsHealth Reform - New Regulations on Employer Penalty Provisions
Health Reform - Guidance Issued on the Reinsurance Fee
Health Reform: Contraceptive Coverage and Non-Profit Organizations
Employer Penalty Provisions: Further Details on the Proposed Regulations and Q&As
Delay for Exchange Notice and Additional FAQs
December 2012
In This Issue:
Wellness GuidanceHealth Insurance Market Rules
Guidance on Mandated Coverage
Final Regulations Research Fee
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