Effective April 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020 Click Here for the Full Version/Printable FFCRA Poster Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA or Act) requires certain employers to provide their employees with paid sick leave and expanded family and medical leave for specified reasons related to COVID-19. Paid Leave Entitlements: Up to two weeks (80…
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Forgivable Loans from the SBA
Forgivable loans are available and include costs for payroll and health insurance premiums. Loan applications are being accepted by approved SBA lenders starting Friday, April 3, 2020. We encourage employers to contact a lender and seek this assistance as soon as possible as demand will be extremely high. Here are some helpful links: SBA Lenders…
How To Get Care For COVID-19 (Premera Blue Cross)
With so much information – both good and bad, circulating about the coronavirus, Premera Blue Cross has published a useful online resource we’d like to share on ‘how to get care for COVID-19’. Link: https://www.premera.com/wa/visitor/outbreaks/ It clearly lists links for ‘up-to-date’ information, how to access virtual care, FAQ, an online form to find out information…
Important Numbers To Know In 2020
The Internal Revenue Service announced some very important number companies and employees need to know about health savings accounts, 401(k)s and flexible spending accounts. Note: All of the changes take place in January 2020. 401(k) Pre Tax Limit Increases – Pre-tax contribution limits for employees who participate in a 401(k), 403(b) and most 457 plans increases…