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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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How COVID-19 Impacts Businesses Today & Tomorrow: Remaining Aid & Lasting Policy Changes

Now that it’s been a full year since the pandemic began, which aid programs are still relevant to your business?…
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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 Employee Retention Tax Credit Extension
The CAA: Employee Retention Tax Credit Extension

The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (CAA) extends the Employee Retention Tax Credit program until June 30, 2021. Under this law, PPP loan borrowers are now eligible to receive these credits as well. …
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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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Can Employers Require the COVID-19 Vaccine?
Can Employers Require the COVID-19 Vaccine?

Regulations surrounding mandatory vaccination are still uncertain. However, current guidance offers some direction to help you make an informed decision….
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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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