Association health plan bill returns to House, with more mojo this time
Rep. Tim Walberg, the lead sponsor, now chairs a key congressional committee, and he thinks the bill can help solve small employers’ insurance problems. A ...
What Trump tariffs mean for hiring and benefits
President Donald Trump continues to insist on using tariffs in a bid to create more jobs and bring down the trade deficit. However, this plan has some gaping holes ...
The FTC’s noncompete rule is likely dead
The FTC’s rule banning most covenants not to compete (widely known as “noncompetes”) nationwide is likely dead. Noncompetes are agreements between employees and employers in ...
Help employees make the most of FSA deadlines
The FSA spending deadline. You posted reminders, sent emails, shared stories and links. Nonetheless, odds are good that many employees did not spend all of ...
Benefits Think SECURE 2.0 Act: What’s ahead for retirement savings
It’s no secret that many Americans aren’t saving enough for retirement. The SECURE 2.0 Act, signed into law at the end of 2022, aims to make it ...
Guide A complete guide to employee stipends: 14 ideas with tips and best practices
Employee stipends have emerged as a solid solution for companies that want to design flexible, competitive benefits programs. Personalization is key to designing strong benefits ...
Guide Preparing for 2025: Hottest Trends in Employee Benefits
Forward-thinking employers are already looking at emerging benefit trends as they shape their strategies to thrive in 2025. Are you prepared to support them? Get ...
The caregiving benefits employees need at every stage
Caregiving takes a toll on people’s time, finances and health. The more support and resources available to them, the better they can provide what their loved ones ...
4 compensation trends that hint at what’s in store for 2025
The year has just kicked off, and anxieties around the cost of living are already high — the spread of bird flu has already sent beef ...
How to help employees impacted by the LA fires
The LA fires have ravaged the Southern California community, displacing nearly 180,000 people and destroying 10,000 structures across the city. Five fires are still actively ...
The Pregnant Workers Family Act has been finalized — here’s what employers should know
While many employers have invested in benefits and policies that protect and support their pregnant employees, the latest version of the Pregnant Workers Family Act is taking ...
The Escalating Costs of Major Medical Insurance: A Looming Healthcare Crisis
In an era where healthcare costs are spiraling out of control, the financial burden of major medical insurance has become a daunting challenge for both ...