ACA Affordability Percentage Increases for 2026

The IRS raised the 2026 affordability threshold to 9.96%. Learn what this means for your employee premiums and how to use safe harbors to avoid penalties.
Payroll Implications with The One Big Beautiful Bill Act

On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) into law, which includes significant tax updates impacting employers and employee benefits. Review the key takeaways from the new legislation and how it could impact payment management within your organization.
2024 EEO-1 Data Collection Now Open

Private sector and federal employers are required to submit workforce demographic data to prevent discrimination and ensure equal employment opportunities for all. The mandatory EEO-1 Report is due on June 24, 2025. Learn more about the requirements and changes here.
IRS Releases 2026 Contribution Limits for Health Savings Accounts

The IRS announced changes for health savings accounts (HSAs) and high-deductible health plans (HDHPs) for 2026. Learn the key takeaways and new contribution limits here.
IRS Issues Revisions to Form 941-X

The IRS released updates to Form 941-X, which includes changes to the employee retention credit. Employers should be aware of these changes to ensure accurate tax filings. Learn more here.
Proposal to Reduce Michigan State Income Tax Passes House

Michigan may soon join nine other states in lowering income taxes, as the State Senate debates a measure that could reshape the tax landscape starting in 2025. Learn more here.
Michigan Requires New Poster for Veterans Services

Governor Whitmer has enacted a new law aimed at simplifying access to benefits and services for Michigan veterans. Learn more.
IRS Issues New Guidance on ACA Reporting Requirements

The IRS recently released updated guidance on Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting requirements, introducing changes that employers need to be aware of to ensure compliance. The IRS issued Notice 2025-15, which provides guidance on the alternative manner of furnishing certain ACA health insurance coverage statements to individuals pursuant to IRC 6055 and 6056. The guidance […]
Michigan Raises Minimum Wage and Preserves Tip Credit

On Feb. 20, 2025, the Michigan Legislature amended the state’s Wage Act in a compromise measure that accelerated the schedule of minimum wage increases but prevented a complete phaseout of the tip credit for workers who receive tips. The Senate Bill 8 (bill) was signed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer on Feb. 21, 2025. Background In […]