Affordability for Medical Coverage

Being the subject of a roadside inspection or FMCSA investigation can be overwhelming, especially if your business involves hauling hazardous materials.   In the calendar year 2024, 154,497 Hazardous Material Roadside Inspections were conducted throughout the United States and U.S. territories, resulting in 31,119 violations and 8,492 out-of-service violations (Source FMCSA Motor Carrier Information System) MCMIS).   Please join us with insight from Neil Hendrick, Hazmat Specialist II with Ohio’s Public Utilities Commission, as we examine how hazardous material roadside inspections are conducted and how to improve hazardous material shipping and transportation safety. We will outline the key regulations associated with common violations that can lead to an investigation, and best practices for preparedness and compliance to ensure the safe and successful transportation of hazardous materials.

As employers offer a variety of different benefits to employees and their family members, there is often confusion about how to correctly handle taxation. This includes both the question of whether the premiums should be paid pre-tax or after-tax as well as whether the benefit received under the plan is tax-free or not. This webinar will go over some of the most common benefit types and address the associated tax rules, which may vary depending upon which benefits and individuals involved.

As we settle into 2025 with the new administration in place, it's an ideal time to look ahead and anticipate what the rest of the year might bring. By attending this webinar, employers will gain valuable knowledge to stay up-to-date with the ever-evolving compliance landscape. This session will equip you with the information needed to ensure your benefit plans remain compliant and effective throughout the year. Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and prepare for any upcoming changes that may impact your organization.

Join us at the Embassy Suites in East Peoria, IL to stay updated on today's rapidly evolving employee benefits landscape. As we navigate a new administration, groundbreaking AI developments, and rising healthcare costs, this SHRM/HRCI accredited event delivers essential insights for HR professionals. Beyond the comprehensive learning sessions, you'll enjoy networking opportunities with fellow HR leaders during breaks and a provided lunch, making this a truly valuable day of professional development. Register now to save your spot today – spots are limited!

While Motor Carriers and Truck Drivers usually don’t like to see extra roadside inspectors on the highway, at least an advanced notice is given and widely publicized as to when they will be there and the key areas they will be focusing on. As International Roadcheck approaches, motor carriers should start preparing and educating their drivers on this year's key areas of focus.  Join our webinar to gain additional insight into what motor carriers and drivers can do to prepare for International Roadcheck 2025.

Whether an employer offers affordable medical coverage impacts eligibility for premium tax credits toward individual Marketplace coverage. In addition, applicable large employers must offer affordable medical coverage if they want to avoid employer shared responsibility rules under §4980H. Therefore, it is important for employers to understand and communicate whether coverage offered under an employer-sponsored group health plan is “affordable.” We’ll dive into the details of how to calculate a medical plan’s affordability for employees and their family members to help employers when setting plan contribution rates. In addition, for applicable large employers, we’ll address how to use the affordability safe harbors and how to report offers of coverage to avoid §4980H(b) penalties.