Paid Leave Oregon (PLO): APPLICATION PROCESS BEGINS
Background: PLO covers paid family leave, medical leave, and safe leave. More details on the program are discussed …
COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) is Expiring: Agency FAQs Released
In our previous Bolton blog and Alert, we outlined how the end of the PHE will affect group …
DOL Updates 2023 Penalty Amounts
The Department of Labor has announced updated penalty amounts for violations assessed a penalty after January 15, 2023. …
New Recommended Screenings for Anxiety, Depression and Suicide Risk in Children and Adolescents
Background: The United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) makes evidence-based recommendations about preventive services which are created …
Colorado Paid Family and Medical Leave Law: Guidance issued ahead of 1/1/23 Deadline
Background: Colorado passed a paid family and medical leave bill in late 2020 which is better known as …
Student Loan Debt Forgiveness and Remaining Student Loan Debts
The Biden administration announced broad student loan forgiveness of up to $10,000 per borrower (or up to $20,000 …
FAQ 55 Clarifies Employers Do Not Need to Post MRFs
On August 19, federal regulators released frequently asked questions (FAQs) part 55. One of those Q&As clarifies the …
Roe v. Wade – Group Health Plan Considerations
This past Friday, June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) issued a decision in …
COVID-19 Vaccines Approved Down to 6 Months Old, Health Plans Must Immediately Cover
On Friday, June 17, 2022, the US FDA granted Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for the Pfizer and Moderna …
New Jersey: Pending Deadline Alerts for Commuter Benefits and State Reporting
Employers operating in New Jersey (NJ) should be aware of two approaching deadlines. The first deadline relates to …
Medicare Part D Advisory: Sponsors of Prescription Drug Plans Must Provide Notices Prior to October 15 Each Year
Who must comply: Regardless of size, employers that sponsor a group health plan that covers prescription drugs.
Deadline …
Remembering John Garner
On February 12, 2018, Bolton & Company lost more than a Chief Compliance Officer. We lost a dear …
