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Employee Benefit News for School, City and County Employers

Erin Woulfe

Erin Woulfe likes to write about things that matter. Keeping her finger on the pulse of what’s happening in the public sector world, she blogs about the latest legislative news and employee benefit trends that affect our school, city and county clients. She’s been with NIS since 2002. “I love connecting to our clients and providing them with the tools they need in order to administrate their plan,” says Erin. “Whether that be materials to educate their employees on certain benefits, how to effectively communicate change within an organization, or providing tips and how-to’s to help them make their job easier.”

Recent Articles by Erin Woulfe

Trending Benefits for 2023

2.5 minute read

Employees needs have changed over the past few years. Right now, their needs are shaped by the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, rising inflation, and a tight labor market....

What You Need to Know about Medical Trend

3.5 minute read

Since 2010, medical trend has grown by 73%, according to the Council for Affordable Health Coverage (CAHC). This is about four times faster than the average American’s wage and five...

Maximizing Open Enrollment for Your Employees

1.5 minute read

As open enrollment approaches for 2023 benefits, there’s still time to address employees’ questions and inform them of their options. Doing so will help them to get the most out of...

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EEOC Issues New “Know Your Rights” Poster & Fact Sheet

Revised November 1, 2023

1.5 minute read

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has issued a new poster called “Know Your Rights”. This will update and replace the previous “EEO is the...

Health FSA Limit Increased for 2023

1.5 minute read

The IRS recently increased the health flexible spending accounts (FSAs) dollar limit on employee salary reduction contributions for 2023 plan years. According to the Affordable Care...

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Student Loan Forgiveness Application Launched

1 minute read

The student loan forgiveness application is now available on the U.S. Department of Education’s (DOE) website. Qualifying individuals can now apply for up to $20,000 in debt relief. The...

Quiet Quitting: What It Is and How to Combat It

2.5 minute read

“Quiet quitting” is an emerging trend when employees only do what their job description entails without going above and beyond. It can often be the result of decreased motivation and...

The Impact of Long COVID in the Labor Market

1.5 minute read

A U.S. Census Bureau survey found that 16.3 million working-age Americans currently have long COVID. Long COVID is the long-term effects stemming from the COVID-19 infection. About...

Ban on Surprise Medical Billing Implemented

1 minute read

The Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and the Treasury Department has released the final rule to implement the ban on surprise medical billing. The rule finalizes the two...

Supporting Remote and Hybrid Employees’ Mental Health

2 minute read

As many employees work remotely or adapt to a hybrid schedule, they may face a new set of stressful challenges. Managers can play a crucial role in helping employees manage their stress...