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Updated Guidance on Workplace Vaccine Requirements
On May 28, 2021, the EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) updated its guidance related to COVID-19 vaccines. By way of...
Jun 12, 2021

PCORI Fee Amount Adjusted for 2021 | Due August 2, 2021
The Fee is $2.66 per Covered Life for Plan Years Ending in 2021
Jun 8, 2021


IRS Issues Additional ARPA Guidance and FAQs
The IRS issues additional ARPA guidance and FAQs.
May 19, 2021


The American Rescue Plan Act | COBRA & State Continuation Subsidy Guide
This document is meant to provide employers with a guide on how to respond to the new COBRA and State Continuation (mini-COBRA) requirements
May 12, 2021


Carrier Update | Blue Cross Blue Shield Class Action Antitrust Lawsuit / Settlement
It has come to Ascela’s attention that Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) has issued notification to employers and employees regarding an...
Apr 22, 2021


The Department of Labor Has Released COBRA Premium Subsidy Model Notices
On April 7, 2021, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) released various documents pertaining to the COBRA premium assistance provisions...
Apr 8, 2021


American Rescue Plan Act Update & Impacts on COBRA Administration
On March 11, 2021, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) was signed into law. ARPA establishes a 100% COBRA premium subsidy for...
Apr 7, 2021


PPP Extension Act of 2021
President Biden signed the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Extension Act of 2021 into law on March 30, 2021. The new law extends the...
Apr 1, 2021


New COVID-19 Stimulus Law Contains Many Health Coverage Provisions
While the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) makes many changes to COBRA, it also includes several other provisions that impact...
Mar 12, 2021


Breaking News | COVID COBRA Challenges Continue: The 100% Subsidy
While many benefits consultants are struggling to understand the changes to COBRA resulting from updated guidance related to the Outbreak...
Mar 11, 2021


Breaking News | President Biden Signed $1.9 Trillion Economic Relief Package
Today, President Biden signed the $1.9 trillion economic relief package. Savoy will continue to provide information as soon as it becomes...
Mar 11, 2021


DOL Guidance on the End of the Moratorium of COBRA Notices
EBSA Disaster Relief Notice 2021-01 Guidance on Continuation of Relief for Employee Benefit Plans and Plan Participants and Beneficiaries...
Mar 8, 2021
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