Regulatory Updates

July 31, 2025 – The Legislature has made updates to Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST), rest and meal breaks, and Paid Leave that employers should be aware of.

July 11, 2025 – President Trump has signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law, bringing significant updates to tax and spending policies. Discover how the new law could impact your employee benefit strategies.

June 26, 2025 – Significant changes are on the horizon for Minnesota employers. Starting January 1, 2026, Minnesota Paid Leave will provide financial support and job protection to employees who need time off for medical or family care needs.

April 17, 2025 – The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) announced that this year’s International Roadcheck is scheduled for May 13 – 15, 2025.

Sept. 24, 2024 – This update cover two employee benefits compliance updates. The first update is a reminder regarding Medicare Part D disclosures due by Oct. 15, 2024, and the second update covers the prohibition of gag clauses under the CAA.

July 30, 2024 – On January 1, 2024, the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) took effect and is estimated to impact over 30 million businesses.

June 24th, 2024 – For employers that have a medical plan with an HRA and/or are self or level-funded, 2023 PCORI fees are due July 21, 2024.

Nov. 3, 2023 – The IRS has released final 2023 forms and instructions for reporting under Internal Revenue Code Sections 6055 and 6056.

Oct. 4, 2023 – This update cover two employee benefits compliance updates. The first update covers the prohibition of gag clauses under the CAA, and the second update explains the pay or play affordability percentage for 2024.