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COVID-19 National Emergency Ends Sooner Than Previously Announced | Pennsylvania Benefits Agency
On April 10, 2023, President Biden signed a resolution ending the COVID-19 national emergency that had been in place since 2020. The Biden administration had previously announced a May 11, 2023, end date to both the national emergency and the public health emergency (PHE), but the signing of the bipartisan legislation terminates the national emergency…
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Is Your Compensation Competitive? | PA Employee Benefits Agents
One of the most critical decisions an organization must make is determining its compensation strategy. In today’s job market, employees have access to more information than ever before about the salaries of comparable roles. As a result, companies must provide a competitive compensation package to attract and retain the best talent. A competitive compensation strategy…
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5 Questions about the Future of Work | Pennsylvania Benefits Agency
The future of work is here. First, advances in technology are changing the way people work and require additional training. Second, employees have different expectations of employers and that is influencing leadership, policies, and the type of work people do. Let’s not forget the decisions regarding remote work, hybrid work, and all in-person work. So,…
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Benefits Buzz April 2023 | PA Benefits Advisors
Gag Clause Attestations Are Due by Dec. 31, 2023 On Feb. 23, 2023, the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services and the Treasury (Departments) issued FAQs on the prohibition of gag clauses under the transparency provisions of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (CAA). These FAQs require health plans and health insurance issuers to submit…
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Employee Benefit Trends: What is a Lifestyle Spending Account? | Pennsylvania Benefits Partners
A Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) offers employers an opportunity to help fund health and wellness costs that a traditional group health plan won’t cover. LSAs are often used as perks to attract and retain quality employees and could be a desirable piece of the employee benefits puzzle. What Is a Lifestyle Spending Account? A Lifestyle…
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Retention Ideas in a Recession | PA Benefits Firm
Employee engagement is the top priority of respondents to HR Exchange Network’s latest State of HR survey. Obviously, employers are keen to engage employees to increase productivity and retention. However, the economic downturn and inflation is complicating matters, and Human Resources leaders are seeking new ways to reach talent. Recently, Eric Mochnacz, strategic senior HR leader and Director…
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Retention Ideas in a Recession | Pennsylvania Benefits Agency
Employee engagement is the top priority of respondents to HR Exchange Network’s latest State of HR survey. Obviously, employers are keen to engage employees to increase productivity and retention. However, the economic downturn and inflation is complicating matters, and Human Resources leaders are seeking new ways to reach talent. Recently, Eric Mochnacz, strategic senior HR leader and Director…
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An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure | PA Employee Benefits Agents
Health care is expensive but there is good news: Most insurance plans come with free preventive care and benefits. There is a lot of confusion around what is and isn’t preventive care – and why it matters. Here is what you need to know. What is Preventive Care and Why Is It Important? Preventive care…
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OSHA Citation Case Study | PA Employee Benefits Advisors
Oilfield Contractor Cited With $196,886 in Penalties Following Deadly Explosion Violations of workplace health and safety standards and subsequent OSHA citations can impact organizations of all sizes and sectors. In addition to highlighting unaddressed safety hazards, these citations often carry a number of consequences, including costly penalties, diminished workforce morale and widespread reputational damage. With…
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What Is Homeowners Insurance? | PA Employee Benefits Agents
Learn about homeowners insurance—and why you need it. Homeowners insurance provides you with financial protection in the event of a disaster or accident involving your home. Standard homeowners insurance protections A standard homeowners insurance policy insures your home’s structure (house,) and your belongings in the event of a destructive event, such as a fire. In addition,…
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