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International Foundation and WELCOA Expand Workplace Wellness Impact Through New Partnership

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17 Jul 202317 Jul 2023

The International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans and the Wellness Council of America (WELCOA) have formalized a strategic alliance to amplify the collective mission of improving the health and well-being of workplaces across the United States and Canada. “We are excited about […]

Abortion Medication: State and Federal Regulations Plan Sponsors Need to Know

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27 Jan 202310 Mar 2023

Recent actions by the federal government are designed to ensure full access to abortion medication across the country, but it remains unclear whether these medications can be prescribed to and legally obtained by patients in states that have banned or limited abortions. […]

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Unraveling Post-Dobbs Implications

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28 Jul 202228 Jul 2022

The legal environment relating to abortion coverage has become quite complex following the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. Health plan sponsors should review their coverage of abortion services to ensure that their health plans reflect the […]

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Post-Dobbs Employer Actions: New Survey Results

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14 Jul 202214 Jul 2022

Over one in four employers is exploring the expansion of covered abortion services, according to a new report from the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans. The Post-Dobbs Employer Coverage: July 2022 Pulse Survey revealed current abortion coverage offerings and future considerations. […]

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Supreme Court’s New Dobbs Decision: What Employers Need to Know

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28 Jun 202228 Jun 2022

The following has been excerpted from Morgan Lewis. The full text can be found at DOBBS V. JACKSON WOMEN’S HEALTH: IMPLICATIONS FOR EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYER PLAN SPONSORS and at CONSIDERATIONS FOR EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYER PLAN SPONSORS RELATED TO POTENTIAL CHANGES IN THE […]

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The Pros and Cons of Self-Funded Health Plans

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26 Jul 202126 Jul 2021

Employers providing health care benefits to their employees can choose one of two options: a fully insured health plan or a self-funded health plan. Although there are many similarities between the two, there are striking differences as well—And each approach has its […]

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While Most Employers are Preparing to Head Back to the Office, Some are Hoteling It

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02 Jun 202102 Jun 2021

A new report released today by the International Foundation, Employee Benefits in a COVID-19 World—One Year Update, provides a snapshot of the latest COVID-19 workplace issues including the future of remote work and vaccines. How Are Employers Handling the COVID-19 Vaccine? The […]

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New Report: Impact of COVID-19 on Pensions and Benefits in Canada

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04 May 202104 May 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has had significant implications for workplaces across the world, and employers and workers have needed to make difficult decisions regarding retirement, health and paid leave benefits. A new International Foundation report, Impact of COVID-19 on Pensions and Benefits in Canada: […]

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Employers Offer Survivor Benefits to Support Grieving Employees and Family Members

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23 Mar 202122 Mar 2021

It may be the most difficult challenge a person will endure in their lifetime: Facing the death of a loved one. Through bereavement leave, survivor benefits and life insurance, U.S. employers are providing support for workers and surviving family members who are […]

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4 Ways Employers Are Supporting Workers As the Pandemic Continues

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26 Jan 202126 Jan 2021

As we enter 2021, employers have found it necessary to examine their benefit offerings in order to make decisions that best support their workforce while ensuring the long-term success of their organization. A report released today by the International Foundation finds that […]

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International Foundation and WELCOA Expand Workplace Wellness Impact Through New Partnership

Abortion Medication: State and Federal Regulations Plan Sponsors Need to Know

Unraveling Post-Dobbs Implications

Post-Dobbs Employer Actions: New Survey Results

Supreme Court’s New Dobbs Decision: What Employers Need to Know

﻿The Pros and Cons of Self-Funded Health Plans

While Most Employers are Preparing to Head Back to the Office, Some are Hoteling It

New Report: Impact of COVID-19 on Pensions and Benefits in Canada

Employers Offer Survivor Benefits to Support Grieving Employees and Family Members

4 Ways Employers Are Supporting Workers As the Pandemic Continues

The Pros and Cons of Self-Funded Health Plans