
Employee Benefit News for School, City and County Employers

Steve Smith
Steve Smith is a powerhouse of energy, living by the mantra "work hard, play hard." As an expert in uniting teams for a greater purpose, Steve's innovative and creative strategies in employee health and wellness are game-changers. With over 25 years of expertise in health insurance, covering compliance, cost mitigation, utilization, analytics, wellness plans, and strategic planning, Steve is the go-to expert for driving down utilization trends and fostering a culture of well-being. His clients trust him to deliver exceptional results, making him an invaluable asset in the industry. As an Employee Benefits Consultant, Steve specializes in health care consulting for Minnesota public sector organizations including fully insured, self-insured, and stop-loss plans. Steve is a licensed insurance agent and holds the designations for Managed Healthcare Professional (The Health Insurance Association of America), Certified Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Professional (National Association of Health Underwriters), and Group Benefits Disability Specialist (Hartford School of Insurance).
American Rescue Plan Makes Changes to FFCRA Employee Leave
Employee Benefit Plans COVID-19 Relief Guidance
Quarantine Recommendations Updated for Vaccinated Individuals
Executive Orders Address Health Care Access
Minnesota Schools: Are you ready for HITA?
New Q&As Issued Regarding FFCRA Leave Requirements
New FMLA Guidance Includes Using Telemedicine as an In-Person Visit
EEOC Updates Guidance Regarding Mandatory Vaccinations, ADA, and COVID-19
PCORI Fee Adjusted for 2021
Final Rule Issued for Health Care Transparency