Benefits Manager

There are proactive steps employers can take to address student loan issues, such as providing better information on loan forgiveness eligibility and creating incentives like matching contributions, according to MissionSquare.

There’s a push by Congress to pass a bill to allow CITs – tax-exempt, pooled investment vehicles similar to mutual funds – in 403(b) plans, but investor advocacy groups oppose the bill. But now, the American Retirement Association is strongly advocating for its passage.

The survey found that nearly 6 in 10 Americans worry about obtaining medications close to home.

84% of organizations plan to change their leave policies over the next 2 years.

New research highlights generational differences in wellbeing needs and preferences, driving employers to take a data-driven approach to voluntary benefit offerings.

HSAs are still predominantly viewed by employees as a spending account to meet current needs.

In partnership with Connecticut’s state program that launched in 2022, Rhode Island’s new RISavers Program will be required for businesses to enact that do not have a 401(k).

The survey results suggest that employers should provide comprehensive offerings for increasingly diverse workforce health needs.