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Employee Benefit News for School, City and County Employers

Updated: Child and Dependent Care Tax Credits FAQs

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The IRS recently updated FAQs to help families looking to claim credits under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The child and dependent credit was enhanced under the ARPA to help...

CDC Makes Pfizer Booster Shot Recommendations

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a statement recommending a distribution plan for Pfizer booster shots. The booster is recommended for specific vulnerable...

Additional Surprise Medical Billing Ban Regulations Issued

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The Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services and the Treasury jointly released an additional interim final rule, outlining further requirements related to surprise billing.

FDA Authorizes Pfizer Booster for Vulnerable Individuals

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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently amended the emergency use authorization (EUA) for the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. The authorization will allow a single booster shot for...

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Rescission Date for Joint Employer Rule Extended

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In July of this year, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced it was rescinding the 2020 Joint Employer Determination Rule (the Rule) effective September 28, 2021. On September 20,...

Complex Health Benefits Can Affect Employee Productivity and Morale

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Many people may need help understanding their options during open enrollment and when receiving health services. According to a Quantum Health survey, 8 out of 10 people said they faced...

Premium Surcharges and Incentives for Vaccination Status

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With the FDA’s full approval to the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, many employers are evaluating their options regarding vaccination status within their workforce, including incentives or...

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Broker Compensation Disclosure Rule

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Beginning December 27, 2021, as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA), covered service providers (CSPs) like insurance brokers and consultants must disclose all...

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Maintaining Workplace Safety and the Delta Variant

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The coronavirus’ Delta variant has caused an increase in active cases nationwide. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that the Delta variant is twice as infectious as...

Strategies for COVID-19 Vaccination – Penalties, Mandates, Incentives

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Many employers would agree that getting employees vaccinated is a top priority for them. They wish to keep employees healthy and maintain uninterrupted operations. And when it comes to...