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IRS RELEASES 2022 ADJUSTED DOLLAR LIMITATIONS FOR 401(k) PLANS
On November 4, 2021, the IRS released its annual notice, Notice 2021-61, setting forth the various dollar limitations for contributions and benefits under qualified retirement plans, including 401(k) plans. The new limits will go into effect as of January 1,
OSHA and CMS Release Interim Final Rules Addressing COVID-19 Employer Vaccine Mandate
Effective November 5, 2021, the clock begins ticking for certain employers to develop vaccination plans and ensure their workforce is vaccinated. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the "Departments" released
HIPAA and Vaccine Mandates
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), through its Privacy and Security Rules, governs the permitted and required uses and disclosures of Protected Health Information (PHI) by Covered Entities (CE) and their Business Associates (BA). A CE
IRS Notice 2021-58: COBRA Extensions Update
The IRS has issued Notice 2021-58 that provides clarification on how to apply the COBRA extensions created under the Joint Notification of Extensions of Certain Timeframes for Employee Benefit Plans, Participants, and Beneficiaries Affected by the COVID-19 Outbreak (commonly known