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How to support employees’ health and wellbeing in the winter months

Employee Benefits

“Hosting workshops with experts who can provide tips and strategies for winter fitness, nutrition and stress management can also help to educate employees on maintaining a healthy lifestyle during the winter months,” she adds. Many employers offer retail discounts, transport deals and free or discounted gym membership.”

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The impact of Dobbs on employer provided healthcare

Business Management Daily

B) For transportation primarily for and essential to medical care referred to in subparagraph (A). Reproductive services meet this definition, including telehealth services and pharmacy benefits. Employees can access benefits provided through an employee assistance plan. ERISA’s definition of medical care is identical.

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How to Create Employee Commuter benefits

HR Digest

Commuter benefits are expenses reduction program provided by employers to employees. It is also known as transportation or transit benefits. The program is provided to help employees in reducing their monthly transportation expenses. Employee commuter benefits are pre-tax payroll deductions.

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Identifying the “Perks” on National Employee Benefits Day

Benefit Resource Inc.

In honor of National Employee Benefits Day, here are some of the often overlooked benefit options employers can use to “sweeten the pot” to attract new talent and retain existing talent. These eight benefits provide an opportunity for over $30,000 of increased value to employees each year.*

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Employee Benefit – New Jersey Updates – Mandates, Reporting & Transit

AssuredPartners

In 2019, the monthly limit is $265 for any commuter benefit or transit pass. Many residents of New Jersey use mass transit or other forms of transportation to commute daily to and from work,” said Governor Murphy.

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How to Design an Employee Benefits Program Effectively

Empuls

To develop a budget, consider the costs of each benefit you want to offer and administrative costs like hiring a benefits provider. You may also want to consider cost-sharing arrangements, where employees pay a portion of their benefits. When selecting a provider, consider cost, expertise, and customer service factors.

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What Are Fringe Benefits and Are They Taxable?

HR Digest

The IRS has very clear guidelines available on its website on how to determine the value of a benefit. Certain fringe benefits are required by the law and are applicable to all employees who are employed by the company.

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