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September 23, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Oklahoma lawmakers and advocates are on a mission to reshape the future for workers with disabilities, challenging the controversial 14(c) wage certificates that allow subminimum pay.

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Oklahoma task force opens yearlong study of 14(c) subminimum‑wage certificates, prioritizing data and benefits planning
Lawmakers and disability advocates launched a two‑year task force to study the federal 14(c) certificates that allow employers to pay subminimum wages to some workers with disabilities. Speakers urged better state data, expanded benefits counseling and careful transition plans; testimony is scheduled for March and a report is due in 2027.
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January 30, 2026 at 8:03 PM
Doll Lank highlights how committees and professionals meet in the third or fourth quarter to plan for both required and discretionary changes in benefit plans. 

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January 30, 2026 at 2:31 PM
Kathleen Salas Bass advises employers to start preparing as early as September, especially if their plan follows a calendar year. 

This gives enough time to review open enrollment materials, confirm deadlines, and ensure all benefit-related tasks are in progress. 

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January 23, 2026 at 6:31 PM
Kathleen Salas Bass notes that while 2025 doesn’t bring many interim amendments, 2026 will. 

She also explains that employees must make their health and dependent care elections before the new year starts. 

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January 20, 2026 at 2:32 PM
Well-designed benefits programs support retention, compliance, and financial efficiency while strengthening long-term workforce stability.
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February 23, 2026 at 10:28 PM