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October 28, 2026 at 5:12 AM
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Can Financial Hardship Affect Plan Corrections? 

When a business faces genuine financial hardship, the IRS may consider reducing certain correction amounts if the hardship is supported by documentation.

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November 2, 2026 at 2:31 AM
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A Louisiana committee has endorsed using the Christmas stipend to fulfill a governor's mandate, recommending a $2,500 payout for full-time employees to match last year’s level.

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Committee endorses using Christmas stipend to meet governor's pay mandate and recommends $2,500 for full‑time employees
Staff presented two options to meet a governor's mandate to increase pay; the committee endorsed using the Christmas‑stipend pool to satisfy the mandate and recommended a $2,500 payout for full‑time employees (matching last year), and set November/December payroll dates.
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October 31, 2026 at 5:36 AM
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CSEA representative Tori McClain is calling out the district for offering "pennies on the dollar" in raises while spending over $110 an hour on outside contractors, urging them to prioritize classified staff in negotiations.

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CSEA rep urges district to boost classified wages and stop contracting out
Tori McClain, a CSEA senior labor-relations representative, told the board a proposed compensation package offers only pennies on the dollar and warned that contracting out work (including HVAC) undermines classified staff; she cited a $110/hour contractor rate for HVAC work.
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November 1, 2026 at 7:51 PM
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Microsoft’s AI spending push puts 60,000 employees in line for voluntary buyouts

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Microsoft’s AI Investment Push Puts Thousands of Jobs in Focus
The technology giant is offering eligible staff a voluntary exit option as it seeks to control costs while forecasting $175bn in capital expenditure for 2026.
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October 27, 2026 at 12:48 PM
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In recognition of National Family Caregivers Month, we’re highlighting the many benefits at WarCollar that help employees be the best caregivers they can be!

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Employee Benefits Spotlight: Caregiver Services — WarCollar Industries, LLC
In recognition of National Family Caregivers Month, we’re highlighting the many benefits at WarCollar that help employees be the best caregivers they can be!
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November 2, 2026 at 3:09 PM
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Transit workers are demanding binding protections for seniority and benefits as their future hangs in the balance—will their voices be heard?

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Transit workers press council for binding seniority and benefit protections
Multiple Everett Transit operators and union representatives urged the council to secure written guarantees that seniority, schedules and working conditions will be preserved if Everett Transit is transferred to Community Transit. City negotiators said protections exist and interest arbitration is available if unions cannot reach agreement.
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November 1, 2026 at 7:10 AM
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Hey employers: KFF reports a single mom on her employer plan put off thyroid surgery 4 months over the deductible after medical debt garnished her wages. Employer health costs may rise 9.5% next year. Can your people afford your plan? #EmployeeBenefits
October 27, 2026 at 2:21 PM
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Avg family health premium, 2026: $28,303. Workers pay $7,471, up 9% (KFF, Oct. 22). Practice owners: review before renewal.

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Infographic on family health coverage costs for 2026, showing a premium of $28,303.
October 27, 2026 at 7:22 PM
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Rising insurance costs are putting a strain on Dolores County's budget, prompting tough discussions about employee benefits and financial sustainability.

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Commissioners flag rising insurance costs and conservative budget outlook
Commissioners discussed steep insurance-premium increases and a conservative 2027 budget. They cited rising labor and benefits costs, shrinking sales-tax gains, and concern for long-term sustainability of county finances.
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November 1, 2026 at 12:00 PM
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Port Canaveral staff are set to receive a 5% discretionary bonus after exceeding cash operating margin targets, but not without a heated debate among board members.

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Board approves 5% discretionary bonus for Port Canaveral staff after FY26 results
Following presentation of FY26 results and policy thresholds, the board approved a 5% discretionary bonus for eligible employees, a payout tied to operating margin that passed by voice vote with one recorded nay.
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November 1, 2026 at 5:09 PM
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Codington County commissioners have chosen to adopt the Sanford health plan despite facing a staggering 23% premium increase and looming uncertainties in provider-network agreements.

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Commission adopts Sanford health plan despite roughly 23% rate increase
After reviewing offers, commissioners voted to adopt the Sanford standard and Sanford true employee health insurance option; board members noted about a 23% premium increase and uncertainty around provider-network agreements next year.
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November 1, 2026 at 6:23 PM
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ICYMI: Your 401(k) was an accident. Your health plan started as a wartime hack. #EmployeeBenefits #WorkplaceHistory
Your 401(k) was an accident. Your health plan started as a wartime hack.
Most workplace benefits weren't designed to be benefits — they emerged from wage freezes, tax loopholes, and wartime workarounds. This breakdown traces eight common perks back to the specific laws and rulings that quietly shaped your paycheck.
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October 30, 2026 at 9:49 AM
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Lucas County commissioners just approved a staggering $8 million in health insurance appropriations alongside essential HR renewals—find out what this means for the community!

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Commissioners approve OMB appropriation adjustments and human-resources renewals
The board approved several appropriation adjustments from OMB (including $8 million for health insurance and $750,000 for appointed counsel fees) and HR requests to renew a BizLibrary subscription and enter a benefits-consulting agreement with Highland Group.
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November 1, 2026 at 7:17 AM
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The South Bend City Council just approved a significant 3% pay increase for police and firefighters, ensuring our heroes are rewarded for their service!

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South Bend council approves 3% pay increases for police and firefighters for 2027
The council approved ordinances (Bills 80-26 and 81-26) that provide a 3% pay increase for sworn police and firefighter personnel and longevity-pay adjustments; both measures were recommended by committee and adopted in third reading.
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November 1, 2026 at 5:03 PM
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Treasurer Bowers revealed a staggering $127 million in revenue but flagged an $11.4 million variance that could shake up the district's financial forecasts—what's causing the concern?

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Treasurer reports $127M revenue so far, flags $11.4M variance tied to benefits
Treasurer Bowers told the board the district received about $127,000,000 through September and spent about $84,800,000; he reported an $11.4 million negative variance driven largely by personnel and employee insurance benefit line items and said the district is investigating and may revise forecasts.
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November 2, 2026 at 2:23 PM
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City staff proposes a 6% pay raise for police and fire, with bonuses for education and certifications—could this be a game-changer for public safety?

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Council reviews 6% base raises for police and fire; staff says data-center revenue will back costs
City staff proposed 6% base increases for police and fire, with targeted incentives and a $2,500 first-year police incentive; staff told council initial costs would be covered by building-permit revenue and recurring costs by anticipated franchise fees and property taxes from new data centers.
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November 2, 2026 at 5:55 PM
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Brunswick staff has recommended a significant shift to Maryland's State FAMLI plan, proposing a 0.45% employee payroll contribution starting in 2027—are you ready for the changes ahead?

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Brunswick staff recommended the state FAMLI plan and a 0.45% employee contribution
Staff recommended that the City select Maryland's State FAMLI plan and begin a 0.45% employee payroll contribution on Jan. 1, 2027, while continuing to review plan options annually; staff provided illustrative FY26 numbers (0.9% would equal $46,276.33 on $5,141,814 in social security wages).
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November 1, 2026 at 5:44 PM
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When was your company’s 401(k) plan last reviewed? Plan structure, costs, investment options and employee education are all areas business owners and plan sponsors may want to periodically revisit. #401k #PlanSponsor #EmployeeBenefits #AmerityWealth marketingnewshubb.com
October 27, 2026 at 1:12 PM
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Your 401(k) was an accident. Your health plan started as a wartime hack. #EmployeeBenefits #WorkplaceHistory
Your 401(k) was an accident. Your health plan started as a wartime hack.
Most workplace benefits weren't designed to be benefits — they emerged from wage freezes, tax loopholes, and wartime workarounds. This breakdown traces eight common perks back to the specific laws and rulings that quietly shaped your paycheck.
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October 29, 2026 at 9:46 AM
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In a bold move to combat a staggering 39.7% increase in insurance premiums, the Ball Chatham CUSD 5 board has approved a transition to a self-funded health plan that promises better coverage and lower costs for employees.

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Board approves move to self‑funded health plan after committee recommendation
The Ball Chatham board approved an administration recommendation to switch brokers and transition employee health coverage from a fully insured Blue Cross plan to a self‑funded captive model, with Troxell consultants saying the change is intended to limit premium increases for staff.
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November 1, 2026 at 2:12 PM
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Edison Teachers Association president Matt Revnack reveals alarming state funding cuts of $3 million annually and calls for urgent local advocacy on a proposed statewide health plan for school employees.

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Union leader warns of multi-million-dollar state funding cuts and flags proposed statewide health plan
ETA president Matt Revnack told the board that Edison lost roughly $3 million per year in state education funding recently and urged attention to the state funding-formula review; he also summarized a proposed statewide public-school employee health-plan and possible implications for local control.
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November 1, 2026 at 9:01 AM
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#HR’s responsibilities have evolved, but the way teams spend their time hasn’t necessarily caught up. #EmployeeBenefits #RepeatQuestions #AI #Automation buff.ly/2UXjlFy
Rising costs and repetitive work are pushing HR to rethink its role | Employee Benefit News
isolved's Amy Mosher explains how employers can rethink benefits, use AI to streamline routine work and give HR teams more time for strategic decisions.
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October 28, 2026 at 7:01 PM
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Peoria Public Schools has just secured two-year contracts for dental and vision coverage, but questions about budget sustainability and rising medical costs loom large.

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Board approves dental, vision and reinsurance contracts amid budget questions
Peoria oard approved two-year contracts for dental and vision coverage and specific/aggregate medical/prescription reinsurance for the 2027 plan year after discussion about fund balances and claims trends; the insurance committee and union leaders supported the items.
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October 29, 2026 at 7:43 PM
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The Marquette City Commission has taken a bold step to ease the burden of rising healthcare costs by exempting the city from state law and implementing significant buy-downs for employee premiums.

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Marquette Commission approves one-year exemption from Michigan Public Act 152 to limit employee premium increases
The commission voted to opt out of Michigan Public Act 152 for the 2027 plan year and will buy down part of a roughly 19% premium increase for city employees; staff estimated the cost at up to $144,000 and the approved buy-downs are $13.40 (single), $30.02 (two-person) and $37.52 (family) per paycheck.
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October 31, 2026 at 8:25 PM