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Compliance in Minutes – January 2026

Episode #158

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01/06/2026

In this episode, we break down the latest employee benefits and compliance developments employers should have on their radar as 2026 gets underway, in plain English. From new IRS guidance on HSA changes under the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act to proposed updates affecting Medicare Part D creditable coverage and ICHRAs, we’ll cover what’s changing and what employers should start planning for. We’ll also explore early guidance on new Trump Accounts, updated silver plan rates for determining ICHRA affordability, and proposed transparency rules that could impact plan sponsors. And to wrap it up, we’ll answer this month’s question: does a significant Marketplace plan cost increase allow an employee to enroll in group coverage mid-year? Quick, clear, and jargon-free, tune in to stay ahead and stay compliant.

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