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1.0 HRCI & SHRM: FMLA Basics and COVID-19 Considerations
DATE: Thu, Jul 23, 2020
TIME: 2:00 pm EDT to 3:30 pm EDT
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Webinar: Help Manage HR Compliance and Employee Relations
DATE: Thu, Jul 09, 2020
TIME: 2:00 pm EDT to 2:30 pm EDT
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PCORI Fees Guide for Employers With Self-Funded HRA Plans
PCORI Fees
BASIC is offering this alert about upcoming fees…

2021 HSA Limits: Cost-of-Living Adjustments Released by IRS
2021 HSA Limits
The IRS has issued Revenue Procedure 2020-32…

Webinar: Employee Engagement – Strategies for Onsite and Remote Employees
DATE: Tue, Jun 09, 2020
TIME: 2:00 pm ET to 3:30 pm ET
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COBRA Regulations Change Due to COVID-19
Some COBRA regulations have changed as part of the government's…

New Form I-9 Policy by DHS Due to COVID-19
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a temporary…

The Premium Only Plan: Cutting Costs Made Easy
A Premium Only Plan (POP) is a great way for employers to reduce…

Cafeteria Plan and FSA Relief: IRS Update
The IRS released Notice 2020-29 and Notice 2020-33 on May 12,…

Certain Form 5500 Filing Deadline Extensions Granted by IRS
On April 9, 2020, the IRS announced filing deadline extensions…

COBRA Continuation During the Health Crisis: FAQ by BASIC
Due to the current COVID-19 Pandemic that continues to impact…

Webinar: ERISA Compliance Requirements for Small and Large Employers
DATE: Thu, May 21, 2020
TIME: 2:00 pm ET to 3:30 pm ET
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Webinar: FMLA Administration - Learn How to Reduce Your Risks
DATE: Tue, May 12, 2020
TIME: 2:00 pm ET to 2:30 pm ET
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CARES Act FAQ: Over-The-Counter Drugs & Medicines
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES…

DOL Publishes 4th Round of FFCRA Guidance and FAQs
The DOL has released rules related to administration of leaves…

Webinar: Understanding COBRA Regulations 4/28/20
1.0 HRCI & SHRM: Understanding COBRA Regulations - Including…

Webinar: Full-Service Payroll & Timekeeping Demonstration 5/7/20
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CARES Act Benefit Updates: Over-the-Counter-Drug Eligibility
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES…

DOL Publishes Third Round of Updates to the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)
Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)
Since the enactment…
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