Do Seasonal Employees Need Health Insurance? ACA Rules for Employers
Hiring seasonal employees? Learn when ACA coverage rules apply, how to track eligibility, and why “seasonal” does not automatically mean exempt.
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2027 ACA Open Enrollment Checklist for Employers
Prepare for 2027 open enrollment with an ACA-focused employer checklist covering eligibility, affordability, employee contributions, coverage offers, enrollment documentation, and year-end reporting readiness.
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What Counts as ACA Hours of Service? Paid Leave, FMLA, Jury Duty, and Military Leave
Paid leave and certain unpaid absences can change an employee’s ACA hours. Learn how PTO, FMLA, jury duty, military leave, disability, and other time should be treated.
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The Paperwork Burden Reduction Act: How Employers Can Stop Automatically Mailing Forms 1095-C
Employers may no longer have to automatically mail every Form 1095-C. Before ending print and mail, they must establish a compliant website notice and a reliable process for receiving, tracking, and fulfilling requests.
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What Is an ACA Measurement Period? A Guide for Employers
ACA compliance begins before year-end filing. Learn how measurement periods determine full-time status and affect coverage offers, affordability, and Form 1095-C reporting.
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2027 ACA Affordability Percentage Increases to 10.22%
ACA Affordability, 2027 ACA Updates, Affordability Safe Harbors, Employee Contributions, Employer Compliance
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Is Your ACA Vendor Actually Managing Compliance? Questions Employers Should Ask
Not every vendor that “does ACA” provides year-round compliance management. Use these questions to determine what your vendor is actually monitoring before reporting begins.
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ACA Employee Status Changes: What Happens When an Employee Moves from Full-Time to Part-Time?
A move from full-time to part-time does not always change an employee’s ACA status immediately. Learn how measurement methods, stability periods, and coverage rules affect the result.
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Received an ACA Penalty Letter? Understanding Letter 226J and What Happens Next
An IRS Letter 226J proposes an ACA employer mandate penalty, but it is not a final assessment. Learn what the notice includes, what employers should review, and what happens after a response is submitted.
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