<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>Regulations Archives | BASIC</title> <atom:link href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/category/regulations/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://www.basiconline.com/blog/category/regulations/</link> <description>HR Solutions Come Full Circle</description> <lastBuildDate>Thu, 05 Dec 2024 16:31:30 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.0.6</generator> <item> <title>1.0 HRCI and 1.0 SHRM: Audit-Proof Your Business: Strategies to Avoid a Department of Labor Audit</title> <link>https://www.basiconline.com/blog/1-0-hrci-and-1-0-shrm-audit-proof-your-business-strategies-to-avoid-a-department-of-labor-audit/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Linda Chanthaboune]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 05 Dec 2024 16:28:55 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[ERISA Compliance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[HR Benefits]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Regulations]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Webinar]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.basiconline.com/?p=41059</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>DATE: Wed, Feb 19, 2025 TIME: 2:00pm EST to 3:30pm EST Register for the webinar here After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Request the recording here Unable to attend the live webinar, request the recording here and we will email it to you. The Department of Labor […]</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/1-0-hrci-and-1-0-shrm-audit-proof-your-business-strategies-to-avoid-a-department-of-labor-audit/">1.0 HRCI and 1.0 SHRM: Audit-Proof Your Business: Strategies to Avoid a Department of Labor Audit</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com">BASIC</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>DATE: Wed, Feb 19, 2025</p> <p>TIME: 2:00pm EST to 3:30pm EST</p> <p><a href="https://go.basiconline.com/l/982562/2024-12-03/6yk4kc" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Register for the webinar here</strong></a><br /> After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.</p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.basiconline.com/forms/webinar-5/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Request the recording here</a></strong><br /> Unable to attend the live webinar, request the recording here and we will email it to you.</p> <p>The Department of Labor (DOL) is back in action and completing audits of private sector employers that are subject to ERISA regulations. They are targeting Health & Welfare Benefit Plan Compliance, especially late and non-filers for Form 5500. Employers who offer benefits are considered Plan Sponsors and must follow a strict fiduciary code of conduct. If non-compliance is found, the DOL may enforce fines and penalties.</p> <p>Carolyn McNairy, Vice-President of Strategic Partnerships, will cover the following topics:</p> <p>– Which employers are subject to Health & Welfare Benefit Plan Compliance<br /> – What are the requirements<br /> – Penalties and fines for non-compliance<br /> – Current DOL investigations<br /> – Why outsource and BASIC’s solution</p> <p>The first 60 minutes will focus on the above topics, while the remaining time will be devoted to Q&A and insight into BASIC’s Compliance Solution. BASIC’s webinar is approved for 1.0 HRCI and 1.0 SHRM-CP advanced credits for HR professionals worldwide. Credits are for live attendance only.</p> <p>Join us to learn how to prepare and protect your business from potential fines and penalties!</p> <p>Presented by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolyn-mcnairy-22ab4715/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Carolyn McNairy</a><br /> Carolyn McNairy is the Vice-President of Strategic Partnerships for TCB Enterprise. She has been with the Enterprise since 2008. She started employee benefits and administration in 1978 and specializes in employer compliance. Carolyn is an active member of National Association of Health Underwriters (NAHU), as well as the Employers Council on Flexible Compensation (ECFC).</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/1-0-hrci-and-1-0-shrm-audit-proof-your-business-strategies-to-avoid-a-department-of-labor-audit/">1.0 HRCI and 1.0 SHRM: Audit-Proof Your Business: Strategies to Avoid a Department of Labor Audit</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com">BASIC</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>2024 HIPAA Regulation Changes Require Action by Covered Entities and Business Associates</title> <link>https://www.basiconline.com/blog/2024-hipaa-regulation-changes-require-action-by-covered-entities-and-business-associates/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Simon Carlson]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2024 14:00:24 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[HIPAA Compliance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Regulations]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.basiconline.com/?p=40995</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/2024-hipaa-regulation-changes-require-action-by-covered-entities-and-business-associates/">2024 HIPAA Regulation Changes Require Action by Covered Entities and Business Associates</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com">BASIC</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div onclick="" class="flex_column av_one_full flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding first " style='border-radius:0px; '><section class="av_textblock_section " itemscope="itemscope" itemtype="https://schema.org/BlogPosting" itemprop="blogPost" ><div class='avia_textblock ' itemprop="text" ><h2>2024 HIPAA Regulation Changes</h2> <h3><strong>Here’s what’s new:</strong></h3> <p>The 2024 HIPAA Privacy Rule, which went into effect on June 25, 2024, is intended to “strengthen privacy protections for highly sensitive PHI about the reproductive health care of an individual, and directly advances the purposes of HIPAA by setting minimum protections for PHI and providing peace of mind that is essential to individuals’ ability to obtain lawful reproductive health care.” The 2024 HIPAA Privacy Rule defines “reproductive health care” as “health care … that affects the health of an individual in matters relating to the reproductive system and its functions and processes.” To view the final ruling, please visit: <a href="https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/hipaa-privacy-rule-support-reproductive-health-care-privacy.pdf">https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/hipaa-privacy-rule-support-reproductive-health-care-privacy.pdf</a></p> <h3><strong>What do employers need to do next?</strong></h3> <p>Both self-funded group health plans and fully insured group health plans that have access to PHI must comply with the Final Rule. A self-insured health plan (includes FSAs and most HRAs in addition to Health, Dental, Vision, Wellness and EAP) sponsor is responsible for HIPAA compliance even where most of the plan administration is contracted with a third party. Compliance with this new HIPAA Final rule is required by Dec. 23, 2024, except with respect to the revised NPP (Notice of Privacy Practices), which is required by Feb. 16, 2026.</p> <h4><u>Employer plan sponsors of plans action items include:</u></h4> <ul> <li>Revise HIPAA policies and procedures manual.</li> <li>Revise operational workflow to respond to requests for PHI potentially related to reproductive healthcare, including who will determine whether the request is for a prohibited purpose. <ul> <li>Develop a process for obtaining (and retaining) a written attestation when a request for PHI potentially related to reproductive healthcare is received, including what vendor will handle and when legal counsel should be involved.</li> </ul> </li> <li>Provide updated HIPAA training to relevant workforce members.</li> <li>Review health plan documents for changes to the HIPAA privacy rule and the Part 2 rules (Confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) issued February 8, 2024) and determine whether a plan amendment is required.</li> <li>Review plan member communications to ensure HIPAA references are accurate and up to date.</li> <li>Consider developing (or discuss with plan administrators about developing) a procedure for identifying and tracking PHI potentially related to reproductive healthcare, which could be instrumental in responding to requests for PHI.</li> <li>Prepare to update and distribute the NPP, as required by February 16, 2026.</li> </ul> <h4><strong>BASIC has a solution for you!</strong></h4> <p>BASIC offers compliance solutions developed by industry experts, including HIPAA Compliance! We recommend that all BASIC FSA/HRA clients with self-funded plans consider adding BASIC HIPAA Compliance to make sure your organization is compliant with changing regulations, whenever they occur. Request a proposal today!</p> <p>Not a BASIC FSA or HRA client? We can still help! BASIC HIPAA Compliance is available as a singular service, too. <strong><a href="https://www.basiconline.com/request-a-proposal-3/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Request a proposal today!</a></strong></p> </div></section></div><div onclick="" class="flex_column av_two_third flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding first " style='border-radius:0px; '><section class="av_textblock_section " itemscope="itemscope" itemtype="https://schema.org/BlogPosting" itemprop="blogPost" ><div class='avia_textblock ' itemprop="text" ><h4>BASIC HIPAA Service for Compliance</h4> <p>BASIC’s HIPAA Compliance service covers every aspect of legal compliance, from providing all required documents to proactive training for all staff involved with the handling of PHI. Eliminate the guesswork from compliance and documentation and receive access to a compliance expert to assist with client HIPAA questions. Stop worrying about constantly changing legal requirements and leave it to BASIC. Don’t wait to protect your organization, request a proposal today!</p> </div></section></div></p> <div onclick="" class="flex_column av_one_third flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding " style='border-radius:0px; '><div class='avia-button-wrap avia-button-center '><a href='https://www.basiconline.com/request-a-proposal/' class='avia-button avia-icon_select-no avia-color-theme-color avia-size-x-large avia-position-center ' target="_blank" ><span class='avia_iconbox_title' >Request a No-cost Proposal</span></a></div></div> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/2024-hipaa-regulation-changes-require-action-by-covered-entities-and-business-associates/">2024 HIPAA Regulation Changes Require Action by Covered Entities and Business Associates</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com">BASIC</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>2025 Employee Contribution and Benefit Limits</title> <link>https://www.basiconline.com/blog/2025-employee-contribution-and-benefit-limits/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Sam Truax]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 21:43:55 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[HR Benefits]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Regulations]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#BASIC News]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#Benefits]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#FSA]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#HSA]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#IRS]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.basiconline.com/?p=40882</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/2025-employee-contribution-and-benefit-limits/">2025 Employee Contribution and Benefit Limits</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com">BASIC</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<section class="av_textblock_section " itemscope="itemscope" itemtype="https://schema.org/BlogPosting" itemprop="blogPost" ><div class='avia_textblock ' itemprop="text" ><p>The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) today announced the annual inflation adjustments to contribution and benefit limits for more than 60 tax provisions in 2025.</p> <p>The table below shows the contribution and benefit limits for certain plans in 2024 and 2025.</p> <table width="700"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="400"><strong>FSA</strong></td> <td width="150"><strong> 2024</strong></td> <td width="150"><strong>2025</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td width="400">Health FSA salary reduction</td> <td width="150">$3,200</td> <td width="150">$3,300</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="400">Health FSA carryover</td> <td width="150">$640</td> <td width="150">$660</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="400">Dependent Care FSA – married filing jointly or single parent</td> <td width="150">$5,000</td> <td width="150">$5,000</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="400">Dependent Care FSA – married filing separately</td> <td width="150">$2,500</td> <td width="150">$2,500</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="400"><strong>HRA</strong></td> <td width="150"><strong>2024</strong></td> <td width="150"><strong>2025</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td width="400">Excepted Benefit HRA</td> <td width="150">$2,100</td> <td width="150">$2,200</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="400">Qualified Small Employer HRA (QSEHRA) – self only</td> <td width="150">$6,150</td> <td width="150">$6,350</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="400">Qualified Small Employer HRA (QSEHRA) – family</td> <td width="150">$12,450</td> <td width="150">$12,850</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="400"><strong>HDHP</strong></td> <td width="150"><strong>2024</strong></td> <td width="150"><strong>2025</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td width="400">HDHP: max. annual out-of-pocket (self only)</td> <td width="150">$8,050</td> <td width="150">$8,300</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="400">HDHP: max. annual out-of-pocket (family)</td> <td width="150">$16,100</td> <td width="150">$16,600</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="400">HDHP: min. annual deductible (self only)</td> <td width="150">$1,600</td> <td width="150">$1,650</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="400">HDHP: min. annual deductible (family)</td> <td width="150">$3,200</td> <td width="150">$3,300</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="400"><strong>HSA</strong></td> <td width="150"><strong>2024</strong></td> <td width="150"><strong>2025</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td width="400">HSA: annual contributions (self only)</td> <td width="150">$4,150</td> <td width="150">$4,300</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="400">HSA: annual contributions (family)</td> <td width="150">$8,300</td> <td width="150">$8,550</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="400">HSA: catch-up contributions (age 55+)</td> <td width="150">$1,000</td> <td width="150">$1,000</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="400"><strong>Commuter</strong></td> <td width="150"><strong>2024</strong></td> <td width="150"><strong>2025</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td width="400">Qualified Transit and Parking – monthly</td> <td width="150">$315</td> <td width="150">$325</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p>Complete details on these and other cost-of-living adjustments can be viewed in <a href="https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-drop/rp-24-40.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Revenue Procedure 2024-40</a>.</p> <p>To see how BASIC could improve your benefits administration, <strong><a href="https://www.basiconline.com/request-a-proposal/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Request a Proposal</a></strong> today!</p> </div></section> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/2025-employee-contribution-and-benefit-limits/">2025 Employee Contribution and Benefit Limits</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com">BASIC</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Health Savings Accounts: Today’s Trends and Future Insights</title> <link>https://www.basiconline.com/blog/health-savings-accounts-todays-trends-and-future-insights/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Linda Chanthaboune]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 19 Sep 2024 16:01:35 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Compliance & Technology]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Health Saving Accounts (HSA)]]></category> <category><![CDATA[HR Benefits]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Regulations]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Webinar]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#BASIC HR Solutions]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#HSA]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#Outsourcing]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#Webinar]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.basiconline.com/?p=40794</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>DATE: Wed, Nov 06, 2024 TIME: 2:00pm EST to 3:00pm EST Register for the webinar here After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Request the recording here Unable to attend the live webinar, request the recording here and we will email it to you. Over the past decade, […]</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/health-savings-accounts-todays-trends-and-future-insights/">Health Savings Accounts: Today’s Trends and Future Insights</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com">BASIC</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>DATE: Wed, Nov 06, 2024</p> <p>TIME: 2:00pm EST to 3:00pm EST</p> <p><a href="https://go.basiconline.com/l/982562/2024-09-19/6xyd6d" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Register for the webinar here</strong></a><br /> After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.</p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.basiconline.com/forms/webinar2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Request the recording here</a></strong><br /> Unable to attend the live webinar, request the recording here and we will email it to you.</p> <p>Over the past decade, Health Savings Accounts (HSA) have grown in popularity due to their triple tax advantage. Contributions are tax-free, potential interest gains accumulate tax-free, and distributions are tax-free when used to pay for qualified medical expenses. Many employers have implemented HSAs but may not be familiar with how employees are utilizing the accounts. They may also be wondering what to expect if they keep offering HSA compatible plans to their employees. During this webinar, BASIC’s President & COO, Ernie Harris, will review current HSA trends, what to consider for the future, and how BASIC’s proprietary technology can help manage HSAs and other unique employee benefit accounts.</p> <p>Agents and brokers are encouraged to invite their clients that are looking for a reliable, experienced compliance partner.</p> <p>Due to the nature of this webinar, it is not eligible for CE Credits.</p> <p>Presented by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/eaharris/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ernie Harris</a><br /> Ernie Harris is the President & COO of BASIC, a third-party administrator offering a broad array of HR benefits administration services. Ernie also serves as the President of the Product Development and Management Association (PDMA) – a global professional association with chapters in more than 30 countries.</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/health-savings-accounts-todays-trends-and-future-insights/">Health Savings Accounts: Today’s Trends and Future Insights</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com">BASIC</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>1.0 HRCI & SHRM: Prepare for 2024 ACA Filing: Here’s What You Need to Know</title> <link>https://www.basiconline.com/blog/1-0-hrci-shrm-prepare-for-2024-aca-filing-heres-what-you-need-to-know/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Linda Chanthaboune]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2024 17:36:27 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[ACA Filing]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Compliance & Technology]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Regulations]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Webinar]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#ACA]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#ACARegulations]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#affordablecareact]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#BASIC HR Solutions]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#Compliance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#Outsourcing]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#Webinar]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.basiconline.com/?p=40751</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>DATE: Wed, Oct 23, 2024 TIME: 2:00pm EST to 3:30pm EST Register for the webinar here After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Request the recording here Unable to attend the live webinar, request the recording here and we will email it to you. Join us to learn […]</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/1-0-hrci-shrm-prepare-for-2024-aca-filing-heres-what-you-need-to-know/">1.0 HRCI & SHRM: Prepare for 2024 ACA Filing: Here’s What You Need to Know</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com">BASIC</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>DATE: Wed, Oct 23, 2024</p> <p>TIME: 2:00pm EST to 3:30pm EST</p> <p><a href="https://go.basiconline.com/l/982562/2024-08-20/6xp9yv" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Register for the webinar here</strong></a><br /> After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.</p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.basiconline.com/forms/webinar-7" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Request the recording here</a></strong><br /> Unable to attend the live webinar, request the recording here and we will email it to you.</p> <p>Join us to learn the IRS reporting requirements and deadlines for 2024. Affordable Care Act (ACA) expert Joe Aitchison will cover ACA filing requirements and what employers need to do if they receive an IRS penalty notice. This webinar is perfect for first-time filers, employees of a growing company preparing to file for next year, and even those who have been filing for years!</p> <p>• What’s new or changed for the 2024 calendar year filings<br /> • Common employer mistakes<br /> • IRS 226J Letter – employee goes to the exchange<br /> • ESRP penalty assessment<br /> • We didn’t report, so what happens? IRS 5699 Letter<br /> • BASIC’s ACA Solution<br /> • Q & A</p> <p>Joe will present for 60 minutes regarding the above topic. We devote the remainder of the time to Q&A and information regarding BASIC ACA Elevate – ACA Filing Service. BASIC’s webinar is approved for 1.0 HRCI and 1.0 SHRM-CP advanced credits for HR professionals worldwide. Credits are for live attendance only.</p> <p>Agents and brokers are encouraged to invite their clients that are looking for a reliable, experienced compliance partner.</p> <p>Presented by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-aitchison-97312812/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Joe Aitchison, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, CHRS</a><br /> Joe provides Business & HR client advisory services and HR out-source services nationally. He is a Human Resource professional with over 25 years of business management and HR consulting experience. He has worked with multi-plant International Tier I Automotive Manufacturing, retail, food processing, health care, legal administration, and professional services.</p> <p>Mr. Aitchison is recognized as a leader in human resources and has obtained a lifetime certification as a senior professional in human resource management, SHRM – Senior Certified Professional and Healthcare Reform Specialist by the Healthcare Reform Center & Policy Institute. Mr. Aitchison serves on several for-profit and not for profit boards.</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/1-0-hrci-shrm-prepare-for-2024-aca-filing-heres-what-you-need-to-know/">1.0 HRCI & SHRM: Prepare for 2024 ACA Filing: Here’s What You Need to Know</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com">BASIC</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Simulated Replays: FMLA Compliance: Unraveling FMLA and ADA Requirements for Employers</title> <link>https://www.basiconline.com/blog/simulated-replays-fmla-compliance-unraveling-fmla-and-ada-requirements-for-employers/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Linda Chanthaboune]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 28 Jun 2024 05:15:44 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Regulations]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#BASIC HR Solutions]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#FMLA]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#Webinar]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.basiconline.com/?p=40668</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>DATE: Thu, Aug 01, 2024 TIME: 11:00am EST to 12:30pm EST Register for the webinar here After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Request the recording here Unable to attend the live webinar, request the recording here and we will email it to you. *This is a recording […]</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/simulated-replays-fmla-compliance-unraveling-fmla-and-ada-requirements-for-employers/">Simulated Replays: FMLA Compliance: Unraveling FMLA and ADA Requirements for Employers</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com">BASIC</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>DATE: Thu, Aug 01, 2024</p> <p>TIME: 11:00am EST to 12:30pm EST</p> <p><a href="https://go.basiconline.com/l/982562/2024-06-28/6x74qt" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Register for the webinar here</strong></a><br /> After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.</p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.basiconline.com/forms/webinar-5/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Request the recording here</a></strong><br /> Unable to attend the live webinar, request the recording here and we will email it to you.</p> <p>*This is a recording of a previous webinar. However, it is still interactive. You can ask questions during the replay and complete the exit survey. This webinar is not eligible for HRCI or SHRM credits. Choose the date that best fits your schedule.</p> <p>Last year marked 30 years since signing of the Family Medical and Leave Act (FMLA), the legislation that today ensures millions of workers in America do not have to choose between maintaining employment and meeting personal responsibilities. FMLA applies to employers who employ 50 or more employees. This presentation will provide valuable information on understanding the FMLA and its requirements, including the most common FMLA mistakes and their associated risks. Joe Aitchison will also cover best practices on how to manage FMLA alongside the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA).</p> <p>The agenda for this webinar includes but is not limited to:<br /> • FMLA – From the Department of Labor’s Perspective<br /> • FMLA Compliance<br /> • Top Employer Mistakes<br /> • Employer Best Practice Recommendations<br /> • FMLA & ADA<br /> • Q & A<br /> • BASIC’s FMLA Solution</p> <p>The first 60 minutes will focus on the above topics, while the remaining time will be devoted to Q&A and insight into BASIC’s FMLA Administration options. This webinar is not eligible for HRCI or SHRM credits.</p> <p>Presented by Joe Aitchison, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, CHRS<br /> Joe provides Business & HR client advisory services and HR out-source services nationally. He is a Human Resource professional with over 25 years of business management and HR consulting experience. Mr. Aitchison is recognized as a leader in human resources and has obtained a lifetime certification as a senior professional in human resource management, SHRM – Senior Certified Professional and Healthcare Reform Specialist by the Healthcare Reform Center & Policy Institute. Mr. Aitchison serves on several for-profit and not for profit boards.</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/simulated-replays-fmla-compliance-unraveling-fmla-and-ada-requirements-for-employers/">Simulated Replays: FMLA Compliance: Unraveling FMLA and ADA Requirements for Employers</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com">BASIC</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>1.0 HRCI & SHRM: Compliant Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plans</title> <link>https://www.basiconline.com/blog/1-0-hrci-shrm-compliant-medical-and-dependent-care-flexible-spending-plans-2/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Linda Chanthaboune]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2024 22:43:50 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)]]></category> <category><![CDATA[HR Benefits]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Regulations]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Webinar]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#BASIC HR Solutions]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#Benefits]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#FSA]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#Outsourcing]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#Webinar]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.basiconline.com/?p=40622</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>DATE: Wed, Aug 28, 2024 TIME: 2:00pm EST to 3:30pm EST Register for the webinar here After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Request the recording here Unable to attend the live webinar, request the recording here and we will email it to you. Medical and Dependent Care […]</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/1-0-hrci-shrm-compliant-medical-and-dependent-care-flexible-spending-plans-2/">1.0 HRCI & SHRM: Compliant Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plans</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com">BASIC</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>DATE: Wed, Aug 28, 2024</p> <p>TIME: 2:00pm EST to 3:30pm EST</p> <p><a href="https://go.basiconline.com/l/982562/2024-06-12/6x2lql" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Register for the webinar here</strong></a><br /> After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.</p> <p><strong><a href="https://www.basiconline.com/forms/webinar1/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Request the recording here</a></strong><br /> Unable to attend the live webinar, request the recording here and we will email it to you.</p> <p>Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) have been around for several years and they are still widely used by employers of various sizes. Because of their long history and wide-use, sponsors of FSAs tend to overlook various legal pitfalls that may arise in the administration of FSAs. This webinar will provide an overview of Medical and Dependent Care FSAs, an explanation of the factors that employers should consider when adopting FSAs, and identification of the specific issues that can make the proper administration of FSAs challenging.</p> <p>For the first 60 minutes, Brett Liefbroer will present on the above topic. The remaining time will be devoted to Q&A and insight into BASIC’s FSA Administration.</p> <p>BASIC’s webinar is approved for 1.0 HRCI and 1 SHRM-CP credits for advanced professional credentials for HR professionals worldwide. Credits are only available for live attendance.</p> <p>Presented by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-liefbroer-b6bb4b62/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Brett Liefbroer</a><br /> Brett Liefbroer is a Senior Counsel in Miller Johnson’s employee benefits practice group. His employee benefits work primarily focuses on health plans, welfare plans, and wellness programs. Mr. Liefbroer further advises clients on all applicable regulations and guidance in the ever-changing aspects of compliance including ACA, ERISA, HIPAA, HITECH, and COBRA. He is a graduate of Michigan State University College of Law where he earned his J.D. magna cum laude in 2011. He received a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Michigan in 2008.</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/1-0-hrci-shrm-compliant-medical-and-dependent-care-flexible-spending-plans-2/">1.0 HRCI & SHRM: Compliant Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plans</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com">BASIC</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>2025 HSA Limits: Cost-of-Living Adjustments Released by IRS</title> <link>https://www.basiconline.com/blog/2025-hsa-limits/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Simon Carlson]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 31 May 2024 17:04:07 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Health Saving Accounts (HSA)]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Regulations]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#HSA]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#IRS]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#IRS Regulations]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.basiconline.com/?p=40565</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>2025 HSA Limits The IRS has issued Revenue Procedure 2024-25 (2025 HSA limits), which provides the 2025 cost-of-living contribution and coverage adjustments for HSAs, as required under Code Section 223(g). Some items have increased for 2025. Health Savings Accounts 2024 2025 Self-only coverage Self-only coverage annual minimum deductible $1,600 $1,650 Self-only coverage maximum out of […]</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/2025-hsa-limits/">2025 HSA Limits: Cost-of-Living Adjustments Released by IRS</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com">BASIC</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>2025 HSA Limits</h3> <p>The IRS has issued <a href="https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-drop/rp-24-25.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Revenue Procedure 2024-25</a> (2025 HSA limits), which provides the 2025 cost-of-living contribution and coverage adjustments for HSAs, as required under Code Section 223(g). Some items have increased for 2025.</p> <table border="1" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="360"><strong>Health Savings Accounts</strong></td> <td width="57"><strong>2024</strong></td> <td width="57"><strong>2025</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td width="360"><strong>Self-only coverage</strong></td> <td width="57"></td> <td width="57"></td> </tr> <tr> <td width="360">Self-only coverage annual minimum deductible</td> <td width="57">$1,600</td> <td width="57">$1,650</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="360">Self-only coverage maximum out of pocket</td> <td width="57">$8,050</td> <td width="57">$8,300</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="360">Self-only coverage maximum HSA contribution</td> <td width="57">$4,150</td> <td width="57">$4,300</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="360"><strong>Family coverage</strong></td> <td width="57"></td> <td width="57"></td> </tr> <tr> <td width="360">Family coverage annual minimum deductible (Family coverage can include a spouse and any dependents)</td> <td width="57">$3,200</td> <td width="57">$3,300</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="360">Family coverage maximum out of pocket</td> <td width="57">$16,100</td> <td width="57">$16,600</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="360">Family coverage maximum HSA contribution</td> <td width="57">$8,300</td> <td width="57">$8,550</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="360">Catch up</td> <td width="57">$1,000</td> <td width="57">$1,000</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <h3>Follow the BASIC blog to stay on top of important legal updates, such as the 2025 HSA limits.</h3> <p><span id="more-40565"></span></p> <h3><a href="https://www.basiconline.com/our-services/hsa-administration/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">BASIC HSA Administration</a></h3> <p>BASIC HSA pairs with any carrier high deductible health plan (HDHP) – no need to ever change HSA Trustees! We offer no-cost debit cards, compliance expertise, and a full-service web portal to make things easy. If your company is looking for a cost-effective way to provide a richer benefits package to its employees, BASIC HSA is a no-brainer.</p> <p><a href="https://www.basiconline.com/request-a-proposal/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Request a proposal for HSA Administration today.</a></p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/2025-hsa-limits/">2025 HSA Limits: Cost-of-Living Adjustments Released by IRS</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com">BASIC</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>Payroll Solutions: Streamline Your Business With Cutting-Edge Software</title> <link>https://www.basiconline.com/blog/payroll-solutions-streamline-your-business-with-cutting-edge-software/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Linda Chanthaboune]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2024 15:17:46 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Regulations]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.basiconline.com/?p=40455</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>DATE: Tue, Jul 16, 2024 TIME: 2:00pm EST to 2:30pm EST Register for the webinar here After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Don’t put up with stressful payroll problems that are holding your organization back. You have time to evaluate your payroll systems and vendor solutions before […]</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/payroll-solutions-streamline-your-business-with-cutting-edge-software/">Payroll Solutions: Streamline Your Business With Cutting-Edge Software</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com">BASIC</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>DATE: Tue, Jul 16, 2024</p> <p>TIME: 2:00pm EST to 2:30pm EST</p> <p><a href="https://go.basiconline.com/l/982562/2024-04-23/6wjfyx" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Register for the webinar here</strong></a><br /> After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.</p> <p>Don’t put up with stressful payroll problems that are holding your organization back. You have time to evaluate your payroll systems and vendor solutions before the end of the year. Join BASIC’s Regional Director, Andrew Waldowski, while he demonstrates BASIC’s two payroll platforms.</p> <p>Andrew will cover BASIC Payroll Plus, our full-service Payroll, Timekeeping, Time Clocks, and Human Capital Management solution. During his demonstration, he will show the Manager & Employee Experience, PTO / Sick Leave Tracking, Applicant Tracking, Onboarding, Payroll Processing, and Reporting Capabilities.</p> <p>Andrew will also cover BASIC Gatekeeper, our proprietary in-house payroll software. The standalone in-house software interfaces with all major general ledger accounting systems, giving tools necessary to process a simple or complex, multi-location payroll. Andrew will also demonstrate BASIC Gatekeeper Lms.net – Timekeeping Software as a Service (SaaS),</p> <p>Due to the length and nature of this webinar, it is not eligible for CE credits.</p> <p>Presented by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-waldowski-4121b620b/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Andrew Waldowski</a><br /> Andrew has seven years of hands-on experience as a BASIC Payroll Account Manager and now serves as a Regional Director. He’s a highly effective sales leader with proven communication skills with the ability to build long-term relationships by establishing and maintaining a high level of confidence and trust.</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/payroll-solutions-streamline-your-business-with-cutting-edge-software/">Payroll Solutions: Streamline Your Business With Cutting-Edge Software</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com">BASIC</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> <item> <title>1.0 HRCI & SHRM: Prepare and Protect: Ensuring Compliance with Department of Labor Standards</title> <link>https://www.basiconline.com/blog/1-0-hrci-shrm-prepare-and-protect-ensuring-compliance-with-department-of-labor-standards/</link> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Linda Chanthaboune]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2024 17:49:44 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Compliance & Technology]]></category> <category><![CDATA[ERISA Compliance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Regulations]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Webinar]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#Compliance]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#DOL]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#ERISA]]></category> <category><![CDATA[#Webinar]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.basiconline.com/?p=40381</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>DATE: Wed, Jun 12, 2024 TIME: 2:00pm EST to 3:30pm EST Register for the webinar here After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. The Department of Labor (DOL) is back in action and completing audits of private sector employers that are subject to ERISA regulations. They are targeting […]</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/1-0-hrci-shrm-prepare-and-protect-ensuring-compliance-with-department-of-labor-standards/">1.0 HRCI & SHRM: Prepare and Protect: Ensuring Compliance with Department of Labor Standards</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com">BASIC</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>DATE: Wed, Jun 12, 2024</p> <p>TIME: 2:00pm EST to 3:30pm EST</p> <p><a href="https://go.basiconline.com/l/982562/2024-04-02/6w98lp" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Register for the webinar here</strong></a><br /> After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.</p> <p>The Department of Labor (DOL) is back in action and completing audits of private sector employers that are subject to ERISA regulations. They are targeting Health & Welfare Benefit Plan Compliance, especially late and non-filers for Form 5500. Employers who offer benefits are considered Plan Sponsors and must follow a strict fiduciary code of conduct. If non-compliance is found, the DOL may enforce fines and penalties.</p> <p>Carolyn McNairy, Vice-President of Strategic Partnerships, will cover the following topics:</p> <p>– Which employers are subject to Health & Welfare Benefit Plan Compliance<br /> – What are the requirements<br /> – Penalties and fines for non-compliance<br /> – Current DOL investigations<br /> – Why outsource and BASIC’s solution</p> <p>The first 60 minutes will focus on the above topics, while the remaining time will be devoted to Q&A and insight into BASIC’s Compliance Solution. BASIC’s webinar is approved for 1.0 HRCI and 1.0 SHRM-CP advanced credits for HR professionals worldwide. Credits are for live attendance only.</p> <p>Join us to learn how to prepare and protect your business from potential fines and penalties!</p> <p>Presented by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolyn-mcnairy-22ab4715/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Carolyn McNairy</a><br /> Carolyn McNairy is the Vice-President of Strategic Partnerships for TCB Enterprise. She has been with the Enterprise since 2008. She started employee benefits and administration in 1978 and specializes in employer compliance. Carolyn is an active member of National Association of Health Underwriters (NAHU), as well as the Employers Council on Flexible Compensation (ECFC).</p> <p>The post <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com/blog/1-0-hrci-shrm-prepare-and-protect-ensuring-compliance-with-department-of-labor-standards/">1.0 HRCI & SHRM: Prepare and Protect: Ensuring Compliance with Department of Labor Standards</a> appeared first on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.basiconline.com">BASIC</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> </item> </channel> </rss>