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Compliance in Minutes – August 2025

Episode #149

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08/11/2025

In this episode, we break down the biggest employee benefits and compliance news from August 2025 — in plain English. From a court ruling that blocks Arkansas’ new pharmacy ownership law to a sharp increase in the ACA’s 2026 affordability percentage and employer penalties, plus major benefit changes in the new budget bill — including HSA updates, higher Dependent Care FSA limits, and the introduction of “Trump Accounts” — we’ll cover what’s changing, what’s not, and what employers need to watch for. Quick, clear, and jargon-free. Tune in to stay ahead and stay compliant.

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