It’s been a wonderful year here at DecisionHR and we want to make sure you have all the information you need to close out the year efficiently and smoothly.
We’re here to provide a quick checklist for you that details all the activities and dates you should be aware of as we wrap up 2017.
W-2 Forms
It’s critical that your information on file with DecisionHR is accurate to assist in being compliant with W-2 preparations. We appreciate your cooperation with this important matter. Please have all updates to us no later than January 3, 2018. The deadline for both paper and electronic W-2’s is Wednesday, January 31, 2018. Please also communicate to your employees that their address on file with DecisionHR is correct.
ACA 2017 reporting mandates still apply!
ACA reporting season is fast approaching, and the IRS has confirmed that employer mandates still apply. At DecisionHR we strive to empower our clients with industry-leading benefit resources. If you would like DecisionHR to handle the 1095-C / 1094-C reporting on your behalf, please contact your assigned Human Resources Business Partner at 888-828-5511. You can also take advantage of sign-up discounts offered by DecisionHR through November 30th. As always, we are grateful for your business and remain steadfast in our commitment to deliver exceptional, dependable service.
Minimum Wage Rates by State
For your reference, this compliance overview provides a list of minimum wage rates by state or jurisdiction.
Federal Court Strikes Down 2016 Overtime Rule
On August 31, 2017 a federal judge has struck down a final rule that would have increased the salary threshold for the “white collar overtime exemptions” to $47,476 per year. The rule was issued in 2016 but was never implemented because a preliminary injunction was ordered against it.
Unemployment Claims & Section 252
As of September of 2017, most states are regularly enforcing the chargeability to employers when the employer is deemed to cause the overpayment. As a reminder, this occurs when an employer provides little or no information at the initial claim level which results in a loss, but then appeals to an unemployment hearing and gives sufficient information to result in a win.
If you have any questions concerning any of these updates or reminders, please contact your DecisionHR Human Resources Business Partner at 1-888-828-5511.
