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The information and content contained in this blog are for general informational purposes only, and does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice. As always, for specific questions concerning your health or 401(k) plans, please consult your own ERISA attorney or professional advisor.
2020 Required Amendments Have Little Impact on 401(k) Plans
On November 20, 2020, the IRS released Notice 2020-83 (Required Amendments List for Qualified Retirement Plans and § 403(b) Retirement Plans), its annual list of required amendments (“RA List”) for individually designed qualified retirement plans, including 401(k) plans. But the
New Regulations for Coverage of COVID-19 Vaccines
On November 6, 2020, the Departments of Health and Human Services, Treasury, and Labor (the Departments) issued new regulations under the CARES Act regarding the obligation of group health plans to cover COVID-19 vaccines. The regulation applies to qualified coronavirus
Transparency Rule Means Requirements for Health Plans
Transparency Rule Means Requirements for Health Plans On November 12, 2020, the Departments of Treasury, Labor, and Health and Human Services (the Departments) published a final rule requiring insurers and health plans to publicly disclose pricing information for covered items,
Updated Tool To Check Mental Health Parity Compliance
The Department of Labor (DOL) announced the release of an updated tool to help employers comply with the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) and related requirements under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). The self-compliance tool