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On December 28th the IRS released Notice 2016-4, extending the 2016 PPACA reporting deadlines for the 2015 calendar year …

In This Issue: Working Parents Want More Support from Employers, Expansion of Flexible Work Programs Shows Signs of Slowing, Health Plan Premium Growth Remains Moderate in 2015, 401(k) Plan Sponsors Urged to Focus on Costs Rather Than Diversification…

Open enrollment on healthcare.gov is running now through January 31st. Employees may ask their employers whether coverage through the Marketplace (or state exchange) is something they should consider…

In This Issue: Companies Increasingly Open to Hiring Boomerang Employees, Shift to 401(k)s Not Linked to Reduced Wealth, Growth in Health Benefit Costs Remain Low in 2016, Agile Organizations Have More Effective Project Management Strategies …

The IRS recently released the adjusted PCORI Fee…

President Obama signed the PACE Act into law. This law allows the states to maintain the current 1-50 employee definition of small group and gives states the ability to expand the small group definition up to 100 employees…

In This Issue: Talented Managers Enhance Productivity and Profitability, Working After Leaving the Office, Most IRA Withdrawals Are Legally Required Distributions, Health Plan Sponsors Are Taking a Wait-And-See Approach …

In This Issue: Bonus Payments Tied to Non-Financial Performance, HR Faces Challenges, Workforce Becomes more International, Workers Focus on Short-Term Goals Instead of Retirement, Employers Offer A Range of Total Rewards Programs …

The January 2016 ACA reporting deadline is quickly approaching. Large employers who do not have a plan in place for capturing the information and completing the reporting must address this immediately. Many payroll vendors can provide varying levels of assistance…

Focus on Culture and Branding in Recruitment Automatic Features Boost Participation and Deferral Rates Workplace Well-Being Programs Become More Comprehensive…