Category Archives: Other Payroll Issues

CALIFORNIA GOVERNOR VETOES PAYCARD BILL

Posted on October 12, 2011 by

On October 9, 2011, California Governor Jerry Brown vetoed S.B. 931, a bill that would have imposed new unnecessary and cost prohibitive requirements for use of payroll cards.   SB 931 goes far beyond ensuring that employees have full access to … Continue reading →

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IRS Issues HSA Limits for 2012

Posted on May 18, 2011 by

For calendar year 2012, the annual limitation on deductions for an individual with self-only coverage under a high-deductible plan is $3,100.  For calendar year, the annual limitation on deductions for an individual with family coverage under a high deductible health … Continue reading →

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FINAL REGS ISSUED FOR ADA AMENDMENTS ACT

Posted on March 30, 2011 by

The EEOC has issued the final regulations to implement the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA).  The intent is to simplify  the definition of “disability” and make it easier to determine if someone is protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  … Continue reading →

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Advanced Income Credit Repealed

Posted on August 20, 2010 by

We have just received notice that Pres. Obama has repealed the employer’s obligation regarding the Advanced Earned Income Credit.  Beginning Jan. 1, 2011 – the employees will no longer be able to have this credit on their payroll.  They will … Continue reading →

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ICE Issues Final Rule on Form I-9 E-Signatures and E-Storage

Posted on August 6, 2010 by

Effective August 23, 2010, the final rule set by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for establishing electronic signatures and the electric retention of Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) will be implemented.  For more information click here:  http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2010/pdf/2010-17806.pdf

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COBRA Extension

Posted on March 17, 2010 by

COBRA Premium Discount Deadline Extended The Temporary Extension Act of 2010 extends the deadline for employee terminations qualifying for COBRA premium assistance from February 28 to March 31, 2010, while also extending emergency unemployment benefits. .. page has link to … Continue reading →

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Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment Act (used with permission from Sherry Dwyer)

Posted on March 17, 2010 by

Payroll Software Systems May need changed due to Hire Act if it Passes the House   Is your payroll software prepared should the Hiring Incentives to Restore Employment Act (H.R.2847) pass the House of Representatives?  This bill has already passed … Continue reading →

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Other Updates

Posted on March 3, 2010 by

National APA is constantly lobbying on our behalf.  For some areas of interest, check out this site. Here is the link:  http://www.americanpayroll.org/government

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2010 Limited Changes Inflation-Adjusted Amounts

Posted on December 9, 2009 by

The IRS has released inflation-adjusted tables for 2010 reflecting no changes in many of the items reported. Transportation fringe limit stays at $230. Download the Revenue Procedure.

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Three Options for Nontaxable Expense Reimbursements

Posted on February 11, 2009 by

Three Options for Nontaxable Expense Reimbursements    Reimbursements to employees for business-related overnight lodging and meals can be handled under a cash-receipt-based accountable plan, a per-diem-based accountable plan (cash receipts not required), or a non-accountable plan.   A. Cash-receipt-based accountable plan. … Continue reading →

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