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Employee Benefit News for School, City and County Employers

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

1.5 minute read

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...

Congress Passes Continuing Resolution with Some Telehealth Provisions

3.5 minute read

Congress passed and President Biden signed the "American Relief Act, 2025", a continuing resolution aimed at extending various appropriations and programs through March 31, 2025. This...

Wrap Up Your Open Enrollment with These Essential Year-End Steps

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Many employers have completed open enrollment for 2025, but some are finalizing benefits. December is crucial as many group health plans start on January 1st. Here are 10 essential open...

Open Enrollment Employee Feedback

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With open enrollment recently closed, it's a good time to gather employee feedback on their enrollment experience and 2025 benefits. Surveys can provide valuable data and support future...

Court Overturns Proposed Notice Mandate for Fixed Indemnity Coverage

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On December 4, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas vacated a new notice requirement for fixed indemnity coverage in the group market, which was set to start...

What to Know to Close Out 2024 and Prepare for 2025

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As employers wrap up 2024 benefits and prepare for 2025, they must consider compliance and regulatory changes, which can be challenging for HR teams. Read more to learn about some common...

2024 Brings 30% Increase in ICHRA Adoption

1.5 minute read

A new Remodel Health report shows a 29% increase in U.S. employers adopting individual coverage health reimbursement arrangements (ICHRAs) from 2023-2024.

FSA/HSA Balance Reminders

3.5 minute read

As 2024 draws to an end, it's a good time to remind employees to utilize any remaining balances in pre-funded accounts like HSAs or FSAs that might not carry over into the next year....

2025 Health Plan Compliance Deadlines

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When it comes to your employer-sponsored group health plan, public sector employers have numerous reporting and disclosure requirements that must be met throughout the year. This guide...