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Minnesota Paid Family Leave to Launch in 2026

Patriot Software

Beginning in 2026, Minnesota employers will be responsible for handling payroll deductions for the new Minnesota paid family leave program. The Land of 10,000 Lakes is the latest state to launch a paid family and medical leave program. The upcoming MN paid family leave means employers and employees pay into a state fund.

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Payrolling Benefits in Kind – Everything you need to know

Menzies

The Payrolling Benefits in Kind scheme was set up by the UK Government in 2016 and this refers to the practice of processing employees benefits through the payroll rather than on a P11d. How to register for payrolling benefits If you want to payroll benefits you must be registered as an employer with HMRC.

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New Washington State Payroll Tax Targets Long-Term Care Expenses

CPA Practice

Now, a first-of-its-kind state payroll tax aims to assist eligible families with a significant challenge—long-term care costs—through a Washington Cares program. Will other states, like California, implement similar initiatives involving payroll tax deductions? Those payroll deductions started last year, July 1, 2023.

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Trendspotting: Top Ten Payroll Issues of State Legislatures

ThomsonReuters

States eye workforce as a legislative priority for payroll The majority of state legislatures began their legislative sessions this January. A flurry of bills is being proposed in the payroll space — many having to do labor and employment. Currently, the state indexes its minimum wage annually for inflation. per hour to $11.39.

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House Bill Proposes to End Social Security Tax for Retirees

CPA Practice

That’s because, as the bill is worded, federal taxes on Social Security income would be eliminated beginning in 2025 (tax returns filed in early 2026). The Social Security payroll tax wage base was $160,200 last year. payroll tax on nearly $100,000 more of their wages. Angie Craig (D-Minn.). from 2023 to 2024.

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Tax expert advises “be prepared early” for potential TCJA changes

ThomsonReuters

Among these were several payroll-related provisions that are set to expire at the end of 2025, presenting challenges and opportunities for employers and employees alike. Possibility of retroactive changes He also believes that “from a payroll perspective…whatever changes come, they’re going to come late.”

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IRS Delays New Roth 401(k) Contributions Rule

CPA Practice

Over 200 entities made up of Fortune 500 companies, firms, and public employers, including the American Retirement Association, Chipotle Mexican Grill, Fidelity Investments, Charles Schwab, Microsoft Corporation, and Delta Airlines, asked Congress for a two-year delay to the Roth catch-up rule to 2026.

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