Regulation

While a recent IRS private letter ruling is generating some buzz, employers need to do their homework before proceeding with this type of program on their own.

The ERISA Industry Committee requests that the agency “clearly articulate that such contributions will not affect the tax-qualified status of an employer’s retirement plan.”

The number of uninsured declined to 28.3 million in the first quarter, down from 29.3 million last year.

The guidance is likely to expand the scope of federal contractors that are exempt from the prohibition on discrimination against employees and applicants based on sexual orientation and gender identity.

While the act is broadly applicable to qualifying businesses, employers should pay special attention to their duties under the act.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is requesting an amendment to the Affordable Care Act in order to let patients know the cost of their care.

Oscar plans to use the funds to help fuel its entrance into the lucrative market for privately administered health-insurance plans for seniors.

Senators Lankford and Cruz proposed bills to repeal language in the Internal Revenue Code, but will this save nonprofits from taxes or open them up to more complex reporting processes?

Senators Lankford and Cruz proposed bills to repeal language in the Internal Revenue Code, but will this save nonprofits from taxes or open them up to more complex reporting processes?

Employers need to request documentation, check policies and consider other employees when they get requests for bringing support dogs into the workplace.