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Understanding Medicare Part D Creditable Coverage

October 3, 2025 – While employers are not required to offer creditable prescription drug coverage, they are required to determine whether their coverage is creditable or non-creditable—and to communicate that status to eligible individuals. Learn more about how to determine creditable coverage, disclose the status to participants, and meet CMS reporting requirements.

Understanding the Nebraska Healthy Families and Workplaces Act

August 29, 2025 – The Nebraska Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA) will take effect on October 1, 2025. This law enables employees to receive paid sick leave. Learn more about eligibility and the actions employers need to take before the effective date.

Minnesota Paid Leave: Exploring Plan Alternatives

August 14, 2025 – As we approach January 1, 2026, Minnesota’s new Paid Leave program allows employers to either choose the state-sponsored plan, or implement private plan options, known as equivalent plans. Understanding the benefits of an equivalent plan and planning accordingly could be crucial for your business.

Minnesota Employment Law Changes to ESST, Breaks, & Paid Leave

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.

What the One Big Beautiful Bill Means for Your Benefits

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.

What Minnesota Employers Are Asking About Paid Leave

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.

2024 PCORI Fees Due July 31, 2025

June 5, 2025 – For employers that have a medical plan with an HRA and/or are self or level-funded, 2024 PCORI fees are due July 21, 2025.

Moorhead Insurance Agency in Moorhead, MN Joins North Risk Partners

May 13, 2025 – Effective May 1, Moorhead Insurance Agency, Inc. in Moorhead, Minnesota joined North Risk Partners, one of the largest independent insurance brokers and risk advisory firms in the Midwest.

Kavira Health Partners With Building Industry Health Plan of the Red River Valley to Expand Into Fargo, North Dakota

May 5, 2025 – Kavira Health, a modern care solution for employers, is proud to announce its expansion into Fargo, North Dakota and surrounding communities through a new partnership with the Building Industry Health Plan of the Red River Valley (BIHP-RRV).

A Decade of Growth, A Culture of Giving

May 2, 2025 – What drives a leader to grow a company fivefold in under a decade? For Chris Meidt, President and CEO of North Risk Partners, the answer goes beyond business strategy — it’s about building strong communities, inside and outside the office.

International Roadcheck Will Run May 13 – 15

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

Employee Benefits Compliance: Medicare Part D Disclosures & Gag Clause Attestations: What Employers Need to Know

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.

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