Employee Benefit News for School, City and County Employers

Jason Patzwald 08/18/2026 Health Insurance Solutions, Legislative News, The Administrator's Corner

DOL Updates Model CHIP Notice

The Department of Labor (DOL) has released a new model Employer CHIP Notice, current as of July 31, 2026.

Lance Pfarrer 08/17/2026 Health Insurance Solutions, Ancillary Benefits, Legislative News

On August 5, 2026, the Treasury Department and IRS issued Notice 2026-28, clarifying One Big…

Erin Woulfe 08/14/2026

ACA Marketplace insurers are proposing a median 14% premium increase for 2027, pointing to a second…

Denise Yanny 08/13/2026 Health Insurance Solutions, Ancillary Benefits, The Administrator's Corner

With 2027 open enrollment approaching, employers can strengthen their benefits offerings and begin…

Christine Jahnke 08/12/2026 Health Insurance Solutions, Legislative News, The Administrator's Corner

Open enrollment is an ideal time to review health plans, update benefits for 2027, and communicate…

Steve Smith 08/10/2026 Health Insurance Solutions, The Administrator's Corner

Offering more medical plans may seem like a way to give employees more choice, but too many options…

Amy Knitter 08/06/2026 Health Insurance Solutions, Ancillary Benefits, The Administrator's Corner, Mental Health

Summer is a great time to revisit your benefits. Whether you’re planning for travel or looking to…

Mari Wagner 08/05/2026 Legislative News, The Administrator's Corner

Minnesota has adopted new rules implementing its Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) law, covering…

Alexis Schlimbach 08/03/2026 Health Insurance Solutions, Mental Health

Summer brings sunshine, time off, and plenty of reasons to gather outdoors. From local fairs to…

Steve Smith 07/31/2026 Health Insurance Solutions, Legislative News, The Administrator's Corner

Midyear is the perfect time to reassess your benefits strategy, refine plan design, strengthen…