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Employee Benefit News for School, City and County Employers

Opinion Letter Issued Regarding FMLA and State PFML Programs

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In Opinion Letter FMLA 2025-01-A, the U.S. Department of Labor clarified that state and local paid family and medical leave (PFML) is treated like paid disability and workers'...

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HIPAA Audit Program Resumes

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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has updated its HIPAA enforcement website to announce the start of the 2024-25 HIPAA audit program. The program has been dormant...

FAQs Provide New Guidance on Gag Clause Attestation Requirement

2 minute readThe Departments of Health and Human Services, Labor and the Treasury (Departments) recently issued frequently asked questions (FAQs) on the implementation of several federal...

New and Improved NISBenefits.com

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We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our newly designed website.

Balancing the Costs of Premium and Out of Pocket Costs

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As healthcare costs rise, employee premiums may also increase. Both employers and employees feel the pressure, making voluntary benefits more popular as a way to reduce out-of-pocket...

2025 Civil Penalties Increased

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The Department of Labor (DOL) has updated its 2025 inflation-adjusted penalties for employer violations of federal laws including:

2025 Voluntary Benefit Trends

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As health care costs rise, the demand for voluntary benefits grows. These benefits, offered by employers but fully or partially paid by employees, enhance traditional packages without...

2025 Wellness Trends

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In 2025, organizations are embracing a holistic approach to employee well-being, integrating physical, mental, financial, and emotional support. This shift aims to meet evolving worker...

2025 Employee Benefit Trends

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Employee benefits are evolving, and staying ahead is crucial for attracting and retaining top talent. With a multigenerational workforce, expectations for work-life balance, mental...

New Legislation Modifies ACA Reporting Requirements

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President Joe Biden recently signed two bills to simplify ACA reporting requirements under Internal Revenue Code Sections 6055 or 6056. Now, certain employers and health coverage...