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The One Big Beautiful Bill Impacts Employer-Sponsored Health & Welfare Programs

Quick Facts On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill (the Bill) into law. The final version of the signed legislation incorporates many provisions of the House version but also includes some provisions unique to the Senate version. The Senate version of the Bill eliminated many key provisions of the House version related to increased flexibility for health savings accounts (HSAs) and updates to Individual Health Care Reimbursement Arrangements (ICHRAs). The Departments will be busy with the rulemaking required to implement this new legislation over the next several months. Introduction On July 4, 2025, President Trump …

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Compliance Matters Newsletter | July 2025

… this month’s latest alerts, additional updates, and resources hot off the press: Employee Benefits Compliance Alerts This month’s Compliance Matters newsletter provides a comprehensive review of the following topics. To obtain your copy, please use the form below to download. SCOTUS Upholds ACA Preventive Services Mandate Medicaid & CHIP Employee Benefits Considerations Compliance Considerations for GLP-1s for Weight Loss 2025 State Regulation Series: Illinois Passes New PBM Legislation that May Impact Self-Funded Health Plans Employee Benefits Litigation Series: Major PBMs Sue Arkansas Over New PBM Law Employee Benefits Litigation Series: Sixth Circuit Revives ERISA Claims Against BCBSM …

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Compliance Matters Newsletter | June 2025

Let our team help you navigate the ever-changing benefits compliance landscape each month. Check out this month’s latest alerts, additional updates, and resources hot off the press: Employee Benefits Compliance Alerts This month’s Compliance Matters newsletter provides a comprehensive review of the following topics. To obtain your copy, please use the form below to download. Special Compliance Alert: 2026 HDHP & HSA Limits Court Grants Abeyance in MHPAEA Lawsuit President Signs Executive Orders Targeting PBMs & Prescription Drugs Medicare Part D Redesign: Changes to the Simplified Determination Method Supreme Court Hears Oral Arguments in ACA Preventive Services Case State …

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The Well Newsletter | June 2025

Move the needle on your population wellbeing and health. Keep your most valuable asset – your employees – engaged with practical, actionable topics covering the total wellbeing spectrum. From Manning Up to Opening Up: Embracing Masculine Emotion Creating an inclusive and supportive environment means challenging societal norms that silence emotional vulnerability, especially for men. By removing stigma, we empower employees to be their authentic selves, unlocking benefits that include improved mental health, enhanced relationships, increased productivity, personal growth and development and greater innovation and creativity in the workplace. Help your employees grow emotionally and unlock their full potential. This month’s The …

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Critical Healthcare Trends Shaping 2026 Benefits Strategy

… just a few years ago. Various alternative funding and coverage models are gaining traction as employers seek greater cost control while still offering competitive benefits packages. The rising popularity of weight management medications represents another transformative force in the benefits space. With significant costs associated with these treatments and growing employee interest, HR leaders must carefully consider coverage approaches that balance access with financial sustainability. The specialty medication market continues to evolve rapidly, delivering breakthrough treatments for previously untreatable conditions. While these innovations offer new hope, they come with substantial price tags that create notable financial considerations for benefits planning …

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Compliance Matters Newsletter | May 2025

Let our team help you navigate the ever-changing benefits compliance landscape each month. Check out this month’s latest alerts, additional updates, and resources hot off the press: Employee Benefits Compliance Alerts This month’s Compliance Matters newsletter provides a comprehensive review of the following topics. To obtain your copy, please use the form below to download. Group Term Life Insurance Rules Court Rules Tennessee PBM Law Is Preempted by ERISA 2025 State Regulation Series: California Timely Access to Care Employee Benefits Litigation Series: JPMorgan Sued for Alleged Fiduciary Breaches Download this month’s alerts  Additional Updates & Resources Reminder …

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The Easier Way to Cultivate Workplace Mental Health

Viewpoints from Erin Milliken, MPH, CHES As May’s Mental Health Awareness Month approaches, workplace leaders face an important opportunity. With approximately 76% of workers reporting experiencing at least one symptom of a mental health concern, and 20% of adults experiencing a diagnosable mental health disorder within any given year in the United States, supporting employee mental wellbeing isn’t just compassionate – it’s essential for organizational success.1 Why Mental Health Matters Now Mental health awareness has never been more crucial than in our rapidly evolving world. The pace of change, digital overwhelm, work-life balance challenges, and global …

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