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ACA Reporting Requirements: What Employers Need to Know for 2026

  • On January 8, 2026
Employers that are required to report health coverage information under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) should begin preparing now for deadlines that apply in early 2026. These requirements pertain to the 2025 calendar year and are outlined in Internal Revenue Code Sections 6055 and 6056. Key Deadlines for 2026 For 2025 ACA reporting, employers must […]
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IRS Issues Guidance on Expanded HSA Access Under New Federal Law

  • On December 30, 2025
On December 9, 2025, the Internal Revenue Service released Notice 2026-5, which explains how recent federal legislation expands eligibility for health savings accounts (HSAs). The guidance reflects changes made by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law by President Donald Trump on July 4, 2025. The OBBBA broadens access to HSAs in several […]
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Executive Order on Marijuana Rescheduling Signed By President Trump

  • On December 22, 2025
On December 18, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order (EO) directing that marijuana be reclassified from its status as a Schedule I drug to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). This shift would mean marijuana is considered less dangerous and regulated less strictly compared to its current classification. Background Marijuana has historically been […]
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2026 Group Health Plan Compliance Checklist

  • On December 17, 2025
Staying apprised of compliance requirements in the ever-changing landscape of healthcare reform can be challenging. This easy-to-use guide is designed to cut through the clutter of compliance and give your clients peace of mind when it comes to meeting their regulatory responsibilities by staying on top of deadlines.
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Anthem: Southwest General May Be Leaving Your Clients’ Health Plan

  • On December 15, 2025
Anthem has been working closely with Southwest General to keep them in your clients’ health plan network but have not yet reached an agreement. If they don’t come to terms, Southwest General may leave the plan’s network on January 1, 2026. If they leave, your clients’ employees may pay more for care they receive from […]
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