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Group Health Plans Must Pay for Over-the-Counter At-Home COVID-19 Tests: What Employers Need to Know

Health plans must cover the cost of at-home COVID-19 tests. As an employer, there are a few things you need to know about this new rule….
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Posted in Benefits, COVID-19
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What to Include in Your Work from Home Policy (with Sample)

A work from home policy can help you stay consistent, ensure compliance, and otherwise manage your people more effectively….
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Posted in COVID-19, Talent Management
American Rescue Plan: What Employers Need to Know
The American Rescue Plan Act: What Employers Need to Know about the New Stimulus Bill

On March 11, 2021, President Biden signed the latest stimulus bill into law. The American Rescue Plan Act is worth roughly $1.9 trillion, making it the largest COVID-19-related stimulus so far. This bill provides much-needed aid for individuals and businesses alike. …
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PPP Loan Extension & More Forgivable Expenses

The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (CAA) extends the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and expands the list of forgivable expenses. In this post, we outline what you need to know about this new provision….
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The CAA: How PPP Loans Impact Taxes

The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (CAA) clarifies the taxability of forgiven Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan funds. In this post, we outline what you need to know about this new provision….
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The CAA: Simplified PPP Loan Forgiveness

If you’re among the 87% of businesses that received a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan of $150,000 or less, the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (CAA) provides some good news to ease any forgiveness-related worries. …
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The CAA: Second Draw PPP Loans

The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (CAA) allocates about $285 billion in additional Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan funds. It also makes changes to the existing program regarding eligibility, loan use, and more….
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What Employers Need to Know about the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (CAA)
The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (CAA): What Employers Need to Know

On December 27, 2020, President Trump signed another coronavirus stimulus bill. The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (CAA) provides $900 billion in aid and extends many of the provisions introduced under the CARES Act. …
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Virtual Employee Onboarding Programs: Common Mistakes to Avoid

Key Points about onboarding remote employees during the COVID-19 pandemic:  With remote work as the new normal, almost every process, including onboarding, is conducted virtually. While the goals of onboarding haven’t changed, the virtual setup presents new challenges for employers and employees alike.  Avoid common onboarding and remote work mistakes to effectively welcome your new…
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Posted in COVID-19, HR Industry News
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Managing Unused Paid Leave During COVID-19

Key Points about managing unused paid leave when returning to work: The COVID-19 pandemic is still in full swing and many employees’ vacations are being cancelled as a result.  You may notice that employees aren’t taking paid time off like they usually do. If you’re worried about how to manage an excess of unused paid…
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