DOL Updates Q&As for Pandemic-Related Paid Leave
The DOL has issued an update to its Q & A guidance on paid employee leave under provisions of FFCRA.
COVID Relief and Government Funding Legislation Delayed
Legislation for a new round of economic relief for victims of the COVID-19 pandemic and extend funding for federal government agencies remains in pending status.
Final Regulations for Group Health Plan Grandfathered Status
Final regulations expand flexibility of grandfathered group health plans and grandfathered group health insurance coverage.
Congress Approves Additional COVID Relief
Agreement reached on a new round of economic relief for victims of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Proposed Changes to HIPAA Privacy Rule Announced
The Office of Civil Rights has announced proposed changes to the HIPAA Privacy Rule.
ACA Insurance Exchanges and State Innovation Waivers
Jointly issued proposed regulations to permit states to leave a state-sponsored insurance exchange, and permit private agents and brokers to conduct enrollments beginning in 2023.
Final Rule on Transparency In Healthcare Coverage
Federal agencies jointly issue final rule on transparency in healthcare coverage intended to make healthcare price information accessible for comparison-shopping.
IRS Announces 2021 Inflation-Adjusted Welfare Benefits
The IRS has inflation-adjusted amounts for various provisions of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), including employer-provided welfare benefits.
House Passes Revised Pandemic Relief Bill, Disagreements Remain
The House of Representatives has passed a revised version of the HEROES Act estimated at $2.2 trillion to provide pandemic relief.
DOL to Clarify Employee or Independent Contractor Status
The DOL has issued a notice of proposed rulemaking to clarify “the definition of ‘employee’ under the FLSA as it relates to independent contractors.”
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