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DOL Updates Model Employer CHIP Notice The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has released a new model Employer Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Notice with information current as of March 17, 2025. As a reminder, the Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 (CHIPRA) imposes an annual notice requirement on employers that maintain group […]

Religious organizations may utilize vehicles for a variety of reasons, whether it’s for transporting youth groups, providing rides to community members in need or traveling on mission trips. While using vehicles can certainly benefit religious organizations, doing so also carries significant risks. After all, it only takes a single accident on the road to cause […]

The Rise of Voluntary Benefits As healthcare costs increase, so does the demand for voluntary benefits. These optional benefits allow employees to select and pay for additional perks to meet their individual needs, especially in today’s diverse workforce. They’re also a valuable supplement to health insurance, particularly as healthcare expenses rise and affordability becomes a […]

HDHP Enrollment Fell Below 50% in 2023 Enrollment in high deductible health plans (HDHPs) fell in plan year 2023, marking the second consecutive year of decline. The ValuePenguin study findings show that 49.7% of private-sector employees were enrolled in HDHPs in 2023, down from 53.6% in 2022. ValuePenguin reported enrollment reached its highest at 55.7% […]

Life sometimes throws you a curveball. You might sprain an ankle playing soccer, need surgery, or experience a difficult pregnancy. These situations can temporarily prevent you from working and earning an income. That’s where short-term disability insurance comes in. It acts as a financial safety net, providing income replacement while you recover and get back […]

ERISA Fiduciary Breach Claims Dismissed in Prescription Drug Lawsuit On Jan. 24, 2025, a U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey dismissed two claims in a class-action lawsuit filed against Johnson & Johnson (J&J), which alleged that the company breached its fiduciary duties under ERISA by mismanaging its prescription drug benefits plan and […]

Financial stress is a silent epidemic plaguing workplaces everywhere. It impacts employees at all levels, leading to decreased productivity, lower morale, and increased absenteeism. But there’s good news: employers hold the key to building a financially healthy workforce. Stress and Financial Well-Being Cultivating your employees’ financial well-being is a necessity in creating a productive and […]

Steps for running a safe foreign mission trip Preparing for foreign travel can be a daunting task, and it may be even more overwhelming to plan a trip for a large group as part of a religious or nonprofit organization. Get Prepared Use these tips to make sure you have all your bases covered in […]

At the close of 2024, Congress passed two new pieces of legislation: the Paperwork Burden Reduction Act and the Employer Reporting Improvement Act. These laws simplify the Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting requirements for employers and introduce new limits on the IRS’s authority to enforce “pay-or-play” penalties, among other changes. Under the ACA, applicable large […]

Did you know that your oral health can have a significant impact on your overall health? It’s true! Your mouth offers clues about your general well-being. Good dental hygiene can help improve your overall health. As a bonus, maintaining good oral health can even REDUCE your healthcare costs! Your Mouth: A Window to Your Health […]