On March 26, 2021, the IRS issued IRS Announcement 2021-7, which clarifies that amounts paid for certain personal protective equipment (“COVID-19 PPE”) used to prevent […]

On April 7, 2021, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) issued FAQs regarding implementation of the 2021 COBRA premium assistance (or “COBRA subsidy”). The 2021 COBRA […]

New York employers should update leave policies and communicate the required COVID-19 leave policy with their employees to help encourage vaccine scheduling.

DCAP Update and Other Highlights from the ARPA. The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 provides the following additional relief. (read article)

Employers should connect with their COBRA vendor to discuss administration for this new COBRA subsidy.